Use of ECT in Nepal: A One Year Study From the Country’s Largest Psychiatric Facility

Use of ECT in Nepal: A One Year Study From the Country’s Largest Psychiatric Facility

Introduction: Electro-Convulsive Therapy (ECT) refers to the electrical stimulation of the brain to produce seizures for therapeutic purpose. Since the development of ECT, it’s use has been consistent. Inspite of the common use, data pertaining to the use of ECT in Nepal is lacking. Aim: This s...

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Main Authors:	Sandip Subedi, Tapas Kumar Aich, Niru Sharma
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2016-02-01
Series:	Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
Subjects:	diagnostic profile electroconvulsive therapy psychiatric symptoms seizures
Online Access:	https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/7269/14660_CE(RA1)_F(T)_PF1(VIAK)_PFA(NC_AK)_PF2(PAG).pdf

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