[Expert consensus on the clinical practice of modified electroconvulsive therapy for outpatients with mental disorders (2026 edition)].

Modified electroconvulsive therapy (MECT) is one of the key physical treatments for mental disorders. Despite the rapidly growing demand for outpatient MECT among patients with mental disorders, a unified set of standardized operational guidelines has not yet been established in China. This expert consensus was initiated and developed by the Chinese Psychiatrist Association in collaboration with the Professional Committee of Physical Therapy, Mental Health Association of Guangdong Province. Under the guidance of the steering committee, based on evidence-based medical evidence and multidisciplinary expert opinions from psychiatry, anesthesiology and other related fields, this consensus systematically introduces the operational standards of outpatient MECT, covering core components including patient inclusion criteria, facility and equipment requirements, team composition, personnel qualifications and job responsibilities, treatment procedures, quality control and safety management, professional training and continuing medical education. Finally, 11 recommendations were formulated. This expert consensus aims to provide standardized and practical operational guidance for clinicians, ensure patient treatment safety, and promote the standardized application and sustainable development of outpatient MECT.