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Case report reveals catatonia may occur after electroconvulsive therapy, indicating the need for vigilant monitoring.
The occurrence of catatonia following ECT in this case underscores the need for careful monitoring, particularly in patients with complex psychiatric histories or any risk factor for catatonia. Although this phenomenon is rare, clinicians should be aware of the potential for catatonia to develop even in the absence of typical risk factors and take steps to manage it promptly.
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