3D infrared scans may reveal hidden malnutrition in anorexia — a study puts the idea to the test
NCT ID NCT07726524
First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether 3D infrared body scanning can better assess malnutrition in adolescents and young adults hospitalized with anorexia nervosa. Researchers will measure body composition and track how organ and tissue stores relate to medical stability, nutritional needs, and recovery over the next year. The goal is to move beyond simple weight checks and develop more individualized approaches to refeeding and recovery.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could lead to more personalized nutritional rehabilitation plans for people with eating disorders, potentially improving recovery and reducing complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early observational study with only 90 participants, so findings may not apply to all patients. The scanning technology may not reliably predict clinical outcomes.
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Conditions
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ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders and Malnutrition at Denver Health
Denver, Colorado, 80204, United States
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University of California, San Francisco Benioff Children's Hospital
San Francisco, California, 94158, United States
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