Use of Succinylcholine in E.C.T

Abstract

In recent years it has been possible to apply electric convulsion therapy to a wider range of cases than pre- viously, with the aid of curare-like substances to weaken the muscular spasms of the convulsion. For the specific requirements of E.C.T. the newly introduced short- acting group of muscle relaxants is particularly appro- priate. This paper deals with the practical problems that arise during this type of treatment and the methods of dealing with them. Certain theoretical problems are also discussed.