Temporal Trends in the Use of ECT in Europe - 09/06/15
Résumé |
Introduction |
ECT is an effective and safe treatment for severe psychiatric disorders including major depressive disorders, bipolar mania and depression and acute exacerbations of schizophrenia according to clinical guidelines. However, an overall decline in the use of ECT utilization has been reported worldwide and concerns have been raised that ECT is being underused in some countries.
Objectives and Aims |
To describe temporal trends in ECT utilization rates in european countries
Methods |
A systematic review was conducted of studies which reported on ECT temporal trends in european countries in the last 25 years
Results
Conclusions |
There had been a decrease in the use of ECT in recent years in Europe. However, recent publications suggest that its use may be stabilizing or even rebounding.
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Vol 30 - N° S1
P. 346 - mars 2015 Retour au numéro
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