Cognitive tolerability of electroconvulsive therapy in a patient with a history of traumatic brain injury

J ECT. 2008 Mar;24(1):92-5. doi: 10.1097/YCT.0b013e31814faae5.

Abstract

We present the case of a 28-year-old male with a history of a severe closed head injury who successfully underwent electroconvulsive therapy for treatment of his depression. A detailed neuropsychological evaluation demonstrated the cognitive tolerability of the treatment. We review the literature on electroconvulsive therapy and brain injury.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Brain Injuries / complications*
  • Depression / complications
  • Depression / therapy*
  • Electroconvulsive Therapy*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neuropsychological Tests