Empirical ratio of the combined use of S-ketamine and propofol in electroconvulsive therapy and its impact on seizure quality
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DOI: 10.1007/s00406-020-01170-7
Abstract: Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is an effective treatment for depressive disorders. In certain cases, ECT-associated anaesthesia can be improved by the use of ketofol (i.e., S-ketamine + propofol). We aimed to evaluate the empirical mixing ratio of ketofol… read more here.
Keywords: electroconvulsive therapy; propofol; seizure quality; ketamine propofol ... See more keywords
Etomidate improves seizure adequacy during electroconvulsive therapy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.psychres.2019.01.065
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess whether switching propofol to etomidate during an electroconvulsive therapy course improves seizure quality in convulsion-resistant patients. A retrospective study of paired cases included thirty-three patients. Seizure variables… read more here.
Keywords: improves seizure; electroconvulsive therapy; etomidate improves; seizure quality ... See more keywords