Strategies to Facilitate Intravenous Access for Electroconvulsive Therapy Procedures in Pediatric and Neurodivergent Patients: A Case Series.
Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology May 19, 2025 Adrian Cuellar, Michael E Henry, Joshua R Smith et al. 1 citation
Introduction: Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is an effective treatment for severe and treatment-resistant psychiatric disorders, particularly depression and catatonia. ECT requires intravenous (IV) access, which can pose a barrier for pediatric patients and those with neurodevelopmental disorders who may have difficulty tolerating IV placement. This case series highlights individualized...