Comparison of efficacy of ketamine versus thiopentone-assisted modified electroconvulsive therapy in major depression.
Conclusion: The use of ketamine for anesthesia led to rapid recovery from depressive symptoms and seems to be a better option for depressive patients, especially when a rapid response is desired.
PMID: 31142903 [PubMed]
Source: Indian Journal of Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Tags: Indian J Psychiatry Source Type: research
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