ECT is absolutely contraindicated in
Correct Answer: Raised ICT
Description: (A) Raised ICT # ECT is treatment of choice in severe depression.# indication of ECT in depression are:> Depression with suicidal risk> Severe refractory depression> Delusional depression> Depression with significant antidepressant side effects.> The response is rapid. Usually 6-8 ECTs are given three times a week along with antidepressants.# Contraindications of ECT:> The only absolute contraindication is the presence of raised intracranial tension.> Relative contraindications are: Recent myocardial infarction, Severe hypertension, Cerebrovascular accident, Severe pulmo iary disease, Retinal detachment, Pheochromocytoma.
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