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OverviewThe field of brain stimulation is advancing at rapid pace with a growing number of techniques now approved for the treatment of psychiatric illness. This text acts both as a concise, quick reference for experienced practitioners and a guidebook for residents learning about clinical brain stimulation techniques. The techniques covered include: Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) Deep brain stimulation (DBS) Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) Magnetic seizure therapy (MST) Transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS) All aspects of these treatments are covered, from patient selection, through the implementation of the technique, to patient aftercare. Potential future applications are discussed and select, up-to-date reference lists guide practitioners to the most important further reading around each technique. Portable, concise and easy to navigate, covering all the need-to-know information, Brain Stimulation in Psychiatry is essential reading for practitioners, residents and medical students in psychiatry and neurology. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Charles H Kellner (Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York)Publisher: Not Avail Imprint: Not Avail ISBN: 9786613684417ISBN 10: 6613684414 Pages: 160 Publication Date: 31 May 2012 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Electronic book text Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |