Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Safe & Effective Treatment for Severe Mental Health Conditions
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a medically supervised psychiatric treatment used for certain severe mental health conditions when medications or other therapies are not sufficiently effective. ECT is performed by experienced psychiatrists and anesthesiologists in a controlled hospital setting.
What is ECT?
ECT involves the administration of a brief electrical stimulus to the brain under general anesthesia to produce a controlled therapeutic seizure. The procedure is safe, painless, and closely monitored by trained medical professionals.
Conditions Commonly Treated with ECT
Severe depression
Depression with suicidal thoughts
Treatment-resistant depression
Catatonia
Bipolar disorder
Severe mania
Schizophrenia with severe symptoms
Psychosis associated with severe mental illness
Benefits of ECT
Rapid improvement in severe psychiatric symptoms
Effective when medications fail
Helpful in emergency psychiatric conditions
Can reduce suicidal risk quickly
Safe under expert medical supervision
How the Procedure is Performed
Pre-treatment psychiatric and medical evaluation
Administration of short-acting anesthesia and muscle relaxant
Controlled electrical stimulation for a few seconds
Continuous monitoring of heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels
Recovery observation after the procedure
Safety & Monitoring
ECT is performed under strict safety protocols with:
Qualified psychiatrists and anesthesiologists
Advanced monitoring equipment
Pre-anesthesia assessment
Post-procedure observation and care
Possible Temporary Side Effects
Short-term memory disturbance
Mild headache
Temporary confusion after treatment
Muscle soreness or fatigue
Most side effects are temporary and improve within a short period.
Number of Sessions
The number of ECT sessions varies depending on the patient’s condition and response to treatment. Most patients require multiple sessions over several weeks.
Confidential & Compassionate Care
Our team provides personalized, respectful, and confidential psychiatric care with a focus on patient safety, dignity, and recovery.
Contact Us
For consultation or more information regarding ECT services, please contact our Psychiatry & Mental Health Department. 8888514988, 8888998972
