Anorexia nervosa
MONDO:0005351A disorder most often seen in adolescent females characterized by a refusal to maintain a minimally normal body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, a disturbance in body image, and, in postmenarcheal females, the development of amenorrhea.
184 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Phone Check-Ins tested to keep anorexia patients on track after hospital
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether regular phone calls after a first hospital stay for anorexia nervosa could help patients maintain a healthy weight and avoid relapse. Researchers planned to compare phone-based support to standard follow-up care in people over 15. The study was terminate…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could zapping the brain help treat anorexia?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS can help people with anorexia nervosa. The treatment targets the insula, a brain region involved in taste and body perception. Forty women aged 18-45 with anorexia will receive either real or sham TMS …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny study tests exercise during anorexia recovery – results uncertain
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether a gentle, adapted physical activity program could help women with anorexia nervosa during refeeding. Researchers measured changes in a metabolic pathway linked to mood and energy. Only 9 people took part, and the study was stopped early, so the findin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Brain scans reveal Serotonin's role in food avoidance in anorexia
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how serotonin, a brain chemical, affects circuits involved in avoiding food in people with anorexia nervosa. Researchers used PET and fMRI scans to compare brain activity between 30 women with anorexia and 27 healthy women. The goal was to understand the brai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Gut bacteria clues in anorexia: small study halted early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how food intake relates to gut bacteria in women with anorexia nervosa compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers analyzed stool samples to measure immune-coated bacteria and dietary habits. The study was terminated early with only 14 participants, so findin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC