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New treatment option for Anorexia Nervosa
Official title A Randomised Controlled Trial on the Networks Integrating Anxiety and Metabolism in Anorexia Nervosa
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06814002
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Anorexia nervosa (AN) is known as the psychiatric disorder with the highest mortality rate as long-term calorie restriction causes medical complications and suicide risk. The ineffectiveness of pharmacological treatments increases interest in the etiopathogenesis of the disease.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 13 to 18, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Female individuals
- 13-18 years of age
- Currently patients at the eating disorder clinic
- Newly diagnosed with AN according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of mental disorders 5th edition (DSM-5)
- Treatment naïve Healthy control participants will be matched on age-, sex-, and education level with the AN-participants. The clinical...
You likely can't join if
- will also be further explored at the clinical visit. Exclusion criteria:
- Having one or several chronic medical conditions that may interfere with or hinder participation, or affect study outcomes.
- Use of medications that affect hormone levels or eating behaviors.
- Having one or several severe psychiatric disorders other than AN (e.g., schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder).
- Current drug abuse, pregnancy or potential pregnancy (for AN patients these conditions are excluded as a part of routine care. For healthy controls...
- High risk of refeeding syndrome or severe complications related to eating disorders.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Female individuals
- 13-18 years of age
- Currently patients at the eating disorder clinic
- Newly diagnosed with AN according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of mental disorders 5th edition (DSM-5)
- Treatment naïve Healthy control participants will be matched on age-, sex-, and education level with the AN-participants. The clinical diagnosis/diagnoses for participants will be validated/ruled out by the Structured...
- will also be further explored at the clinical visit. Exclusion criteria:
- Having one or several chronic medical conditions that may interfere with or hinder participation, or affect study outcomes.
- Use of medications that affect hormone levels or eating behaviors.
- Having one or several severe psychiatric disorders other than AN (e.g., schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder).
- Current drug abuse, pregnancy or potential pregnancy (for AN patients these conditions are excluded as a part of routine care. For healthy controls no objective testing will be performed).
- High risk of refeeding syndrome or severe complications related to eating disorders.
- Inability to comply with the nutritional program of the study.
- Allergies to foods included in the provided meal content.
- Cognitive impairments preventing comprehension of the study or the informed consent process.
- Contraindications for MRI (e.g., pacemaker, prosthesis, claustrophobia), and
- Fasting blood glucose above 6.0 mmol/l on the morning of the study, as this indicates either non compliance with overnight fasting or pre-diabetes/diabetes.. Additional exclusion criterion for healthy controls: (1.)...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye)
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 13 years to 18 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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