Purging in eating disorders may harm esophagus, small study hopes to find out
NCT ID NCT06532734
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This pilot study is checking if people with eating disorders who have been purging (vomiting or ruminating) for at least 5 years have developed Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to cancer. Researchers will use a simple, non-endoscopic device called EsoGuard to collect cell samples from the esophagus. The study aims to enroll 25 adults aged 18-65 who are admitted to a specialized eating disorder center.
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ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders and Severe Malnutrition
RECRUITINGDenver, Colorado, 80204, United States
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Denver Health and Hospital Authority
RECRUITINGDenver, Colorado, 80204, United States
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Denver Health and Hospital Authority
RECRUITINGDenver, Colorado, 80204, United States
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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 study could show that people with eating disorders who purge are at risk for Barrett's esophagus, leading to better screening guidelines.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 25 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is designed to gather information, not to test a treatment.
Conditions
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