Use of Electroconvulsive Therapy in Adolescents in Singapore
Applied/Translational Research
Singapore Health Biomedical Congress
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2023
To evaluate the use and effectiveness of ECT in adolescents in a tertiary psychiatric institution. ECT is safe and effective for certain psychiatric conditions in adolescents but requires careful application.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Applied/Translational Research, Quantitative Research
About this Content
Aims
To evaluate the use and effectiveness of ECT in adolescents in a tertiary psychiatric institution.
Background
Limited evidence exists for ECT in adolescents, creating gaps in best practices and understanding.
Methods
Retrospective analysis using Clinical Alliance and Research in Electroconvulsive Therapy (CARE) data.
Results
Found significant clinical improvement with 52.9% response rate and maintained cognitive scores; more research needed for mood disorders.
Conclusion
ECT is safe and effective for certain psychiatric conditions in adolescents but requires careful application.
Lessons Learnt
Comprehensive data collection and patient-centered treatment are crucial for maximizing effectiveness.
Additional Information
SHBC 2023 Best Poster Award (Silver)
Keywords
Schizophrenia, Adolescent Psychiatry
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Institute of Mental Health |
Platform(s) | Singapore Health Biomedical Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Ancillary Care |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Psychology, Psychiatry |
Project Lead(s) | Chen Birong |
Project Member(s) | Fu Yuqian |
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Chen Birong - BIRONG_CHEN@IMH.COM.SG
Project Attachment
C_591_IMH_SHBC_2023_Use_of_Electroconvulsive_Therapy_in_Adolescents_in_Singapore.pdf