Key result
Routine neuropsychological assessment and cognitive rehabilitation programs should be implemented to manage persistent memory impairments in patients treated with electroconvulsive therapy.
Population
Patients treated with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) experiencing persistent memory impairments.
Design
Review
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May support cognitive screening post-ECT; leaves open need for RCTs before practice change.
Clinicians should be aware of the potential beneficial role of cognitive rehabilitation and routine neuropsychological assessment in managing persistent memory impairments following ECT.
Mangaoang et al. (2007) conducted a review in Persistent memory impairments following electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Cognitive rehabilitation and neuropsychological assessment was evaluated. Routine neuropsychological assessment and cognitive rehabilitation programs should be implemented to manage persistent memory impairments in patients treated with electroconvulsive therapy.
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