Brain scans may reveal who responds best to ECT for depression

NCT ID NCT05630469

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looks at how electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) changes the brain in people with severe depression. Researchers will use MRI scans and lab tests before and after ECT to find clues that predict who will get better. The goal is to make ECT more personalized and effective for each patient.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical University of Vienna

    RECRUITING

    Vienna, 1090, Austria

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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