Effects of S-Ketamine as an Anesthetic Adjuvant to Propofol on Treatment Response to Electroconvulsive Therapy in Treatment-Resistant Depression - Concepedia

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Effects of S-Ketamine as an Anesthetic Adjuvant to Propofol on Treatment Response to Electroconvulsive Therapy in Treatment-Resistant Depression

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2013

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Kaija Järventausta, Wojciech Chrapek, Olli Kampman, Kati Tuohimaa, Minna Björkqvist, Harri Häkkinen, Arvi Yli‐Hankala, Esa Leìnonen

Abstract

In conclusion, a subanesthetic adjuvant dose of S-ketamine with propofol may not increase the effects of ECT in patients with treatment-resistant depression. However, S-ketamine was associated with increased posttreatment disorientation and restlessness.