Acute and maintenance transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) in a pregnant woman with major depression: A case report

Abstract

Introduction In pregnant women with depression, there are a few case reports and studies showing the efficacy and reliability of transcranial magnetic stimulation. This report presents the acute and maintenance treatment results of transcranial magnetic stimulation in a pregnant woman who meets the diagnostic criteria for a major depressive episode. Case report A 24-year-old, 17-week pregnant housewife was admitted to ER with 10-week ongoing crying, distress, loss of appetite, weight loss, insomnia, sadness, loss of daily functioning, request of pregnancy termination and suicidal thoughts. Conclusion Transcranial magnetic stimulation is promising as an effective alternative in pregnant patients