Scientists probe why anorexia weakens young Women's bones
NCT ID NCT01907464
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at why young women with anorexia nervosa lose bone density. Researchers will compare 160 patients with 160 healthy women to measure bone mass and check hormones and other markers. The goal is to find the key factors behind bone loss, which could lead to better treatments in the future.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors better understand and treat bone loss in young women with anorexia nervosa.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead directly to new therapies, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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CHU de Montpellier - Département d'Endocrinologie Diabète
Montpellier, 34295, France