Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) in Subhash Sarabor, Kolkata, West Bengal
A brief controlled electrical stimulus is applied to the brain under general anesthesia to induce a therapeutic seizure. Used for severe treatment-resistant dep…
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What is Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)?
A brief controlled electrical stimulus is applied to the brain under general anesthesia to induce a therapeutic seizure. Used for severe treatment-resistant depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and catatonia. Highly effective for appropriate indications.
15-20 minutes per session
Rest for 1-2 hours post-session; mild headache, confusion, and short-term memory issues are common; arrange transport; course is usually 6-12 sessions
₹5,000 - ₹15,000 per session
General anesthesia
75%
Outpatient