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The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the clinical feasibility of low amplitude electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) to reduce, and possibly eliminate the side effects of ECT by lowering the strength of the ECT stimulus from the conventional 800 mA to 500 mA. Low amplitude ECT could potentially reduce the risks associated with ECT while preserving its unparalleled efficacy. This novel development would remove key obstacles to allow for the wider adoption of ECT as a safe and effective therapy.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| 500 mA ECT | Experimental | Right unilateral, ultra brief pulse ECT, with 500 mA current amplitude |
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| 800 mA ECT | Active Comparator | Right unilateral, ultra brief pulse ECT, with 800 mA current amplitude |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| MECTA Spectrum 5000Q | Device |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Change in California Verbal Learning Test-II | Baseline and within 24 to 48 hours of each ECT session |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Change in Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression 24-item | Baseline and within 24 to 48 hours of each ECT session | |
| Change in Quick Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology Clinician Rated and Self Report | Baseline and within 24 to 48 hours of each ECT session |
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Exclusion Criteria:
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| DukeUMC | Durham | North Carolina | 27710 | United States |
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| ID | Term |
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| D003863 | Depression |
| ID | Term |
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| D001526 | Behavioral Symptoms |
| D001519 | Behavior |
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| Change in Brief Visuospatial Memory Test-Revised | Baseline and within 24 to 48 hours of each ECT session |
| Change in Autobiographical Memory Interview Test | Baseline and within 24 to 48 hours of each ECT session |
| Change in Delis Kaplan Executive Function System | Baseline and within 24 to 48 hours of each ECT session |
| Change in Trail Making Test Part A | Baseline and within 24 to 48 hours of each ECT session |
| Change in Grooved Pegboard test | Baseline and within 24 to 48 hours of each ECT session |