Focal iatrogenic peticheae: An unusual post electroconvulsive therapy skin finding
McCallister, M.S.; Athar, A.; Rashid, R.M.
Dermatology Online Journal 14(12): 7
2008
ISSN/ISBN: 1087-2108 PMID: 19265620 Document Number: 618803
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is an established treatment for refractory cases of major depression for over 60 years. There are many widely known and reported side effects of ECT. However, cutaneous changes post-ECT are rarely reported in the peer-reviewed literature. This report illustrates a case of post-ECT changes that consisted of petichiae. This manuscript also discusses the potential pathogenesis behind this presentation.