Impact of Ketamine On Depressive Symptoms In Patients Undergoing Lumbo-peritoneal Shunt Insertion

Abstract

Postoperative depression is a perioperative psychological complication that severely affects patient recovery and quality of life. In extreme cases, it may lead to suicidal behavior. Postoperative depression can be seen in various surgical operations . High rates of anxiety and depression have been reported in cohorts of patients with IIH, though it is not clear whether there is any direct relationship. Worse outcomes in terms of disability level and symptom resolution have been observed in IIH patients who have a known co-existing psychiatric illness compared to those who do not .

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