What is Unilateral Electroconvulsive Therapy ECT?
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TYPES:Generic: Electroconvulsive Therapy ECT
Unilateral electroconvulsive therapy refers to the location of both electrodes on the same side of the head during the administration of electroconvulsive treatments (ECT). Unilateral ECT may be used first to help minimize certain side effects, such as memory loss.
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How do members experience Unilateral Electroconvulsive Therapy ECT?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major depressive disorder | 24 | 36 | |
| Suicidal thoughts or urges | 12 | 17 | |
| Depressed mood | 5 | 10 | |
| Bipolar disorder | 3 | 8 | |
| Bipolar I disorder | 3 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Headaches | 8 | |
| Memory problems | 7 | |
| Short term memory problems | 5 | |
| Memory loss | 3 | |
| Problems concentrating | 3 | |
| Brain fog | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 4 | |
| Moderate | 15 | |
| Mild | 18 | |
| None | 4 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Jan 15, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for suicidal thoughts or urges: Major
- Side effects: Moderate
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