Episode length and mixed features as predictors of ECT nonresponse in patients with medication-resistant major depression

Objectives: This study aimed to ascertain predictors of nonresponse to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in a large sample of major depressive patients resistant to pharmacologic treatment. Methods: A total of 208 depressive patients (31 with major depression [UP], 101 with bipolar disorder II [BP II]...

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Main Authors: G. Perugi, P. Medda, S. Zanello, C. Toni, G.B. Cassano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2012-01-01
Series:Brain Stimulation
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1935861X11000209