Test or procedure
ECT medical abbreviation
ECT means "electroconvulsive therapy".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for ECT), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What ECT means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| electroconvulsive therapy | None | Charting, Orders |
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What does ECT mean in medical terms?
ECT means "electroconvulsive therapy".
Where is ECT used?
ECT shows up in charting and orders. Its category here is test or procedure.
Is ECT on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. ECT is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.