Cognitive impairment and electroconvulsive therapy in geriatric depression, what could be the role of rivastigmine? A case series

Cognitive impairment and electroconvulsive therapy in geriatric depression, what could be the role of rivastigmine? A case series

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), albeit highly effective in treating depression, is frequently associated with cognitive impairment, either temporary or more persistent. Especially in older patients, who generally respond even better, serious cognitive impairment during the course of ECT may lead to...

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Main Authors: Audrey Monica van Schaik, Didi Rhebergen, Marieke Jantien Henstra, Daniel J. Kadouch, Eric van Exel, Maximilianus Lourentius Stek
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-09-01
Series:Clinics and Practice
Subjects:
Depression
cognitive impairment
electroconvulsive therapy
elderly
acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
rivastigmine.
Online Access:https://www.clinicsandpractice.org/index.php/cp/article/view/780

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