| Abstrakt: |
A recent study conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital explored the effects of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) on cardiac function using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). The study included two patients, one with significant cardiovascular risks and another with no significant risks, who underwent ECT treatment. The researchers found that both patients experienced cardiac standstill during ECT stimulation, but the older patient with cardiovascular risks exhibited a transient decline in cardiac function while the younger patient did not. These findings suggest that age and pre-existing cardiovascular conditions may influence the cardiac response to ECT. The study also demonstrated the feasibility of using portable POCUS for real-time cardiac monitoring during ECT. [Extracted from the article] |
