Several studies have demonstrated that shock therapy is an effective treatment for improving depression symptoms. Shock therapy, medically known as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), is a treatment ...

Only about a quarter of intensive care unit (ICU) patients with septic shock were given corticosteroids, and this varied widely by physician and ICU, according to a retrospective cohort study. Among 5 ...

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has issued its first Concise Clinical Guidance (CCG) to create more streamlined and efficient processes to implement best practices in patient care. This CCG ...

Helmer's mother, according to MindFreedom's summary of the case, said her son appeared to be in a "vegetative state" after the shock treatments and accused doctors of locking her out of the ...

The immune system can typically ramp up the body's defenses to clear out an invading threat without issue. Glitches can ...

The global cardiogenic shock market is projected to grow from $3.57 billion in 2024 to $5.2 billion by 2030, driven by the rising prevalence of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and advancements in ...

MIS-C is a serious inflammatory shock that affects children. It can occur several weeks after a COVID infection and can be ...

Amnesty International urges global treaty to regulate electric shock equipment, citing human rights abuses and risks.

Amnesty International on Thursday called for a global, legally binding treaty to regulate the production and use of electric shock equipment such as stun guns and electric shock batons.