Tenuemer. 28 oct. 2026,
Silencing the black dog - Understanding cognitive side effects of electroconvulsive therapy
L'électroconvulsivothérapie contre la dépression sévère, et comment prévenir les troubles de la mémoire et l'agitation qu'elle peut provoquer.
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La soutenance
D’après l’agenda de University of Twente
- Quand
- mer. 28 oct. 2026, 90 min
- Où
- University of Twente, Pays-BasFaculty of Science & Technology
- Domaine
- Direction
- J. HofmeijerFaculty of Science & Technology
- G.A. van WingenUniversity of Amsterdam
- Codirection
- J.A. van WaardeRijnstate Hospital
- Langue
- anglais
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À propos de la thèse
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the most effective treatment for major depressive disorder but is underused due to stigma, limited clinician knowledge and concerns about cognitive side effects. The thesis examines ECT side effects, particularly postictal agitation and cognitive impairment.
Severe postictal agitation occurred in 25% of patients, mainly in the first five sessions, without affecting treatment efficacy. Flumazenil given before the ECT stimulus was associated with more agitation. A randomized cross-over trial found acetaminophen and nimodipine had no effect on postictal agitation, contrary to earlier evidence. Memantine and liothyronine showed the most promise for reducing cognitive decline. Multiple MRI modalities indicated that default mode network within-network strength normalized in ECT patients.
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