Secretin for Anorexia in Adolescents
Secretin in Refeeding
Recruiting
Observational Study
Anorexia in Adolescence
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 13 – 24
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 10 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of California, Los Angeles · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for teens and young adults aged 13-24 with restrictive-type anorexia nervosa who are in the hospital for feeding. Participants will have extra blood and urine tests during their stay to help researchers understand hormone levels and urine output.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am aged 13-24 years
- I have been diagnosed with restrictive-type anorexia nervosa
- I am in the hospital for nutritional support
- I urinate more than 4 cc/kg/day
- I am male or female
You may not be able to join if
- I am currently under a 5150 hold
- I am taking anti-depressant, anti-psychotic, or anticonvulsant medications
- I have been hospitalized in the past 6 months
- I have a metabolic disorder not related to anorexia
- I am pregnant
- I have been on tube feeds after day 2 of hospitalization
- More than 10% of my nutritional needs come from supplemental feeds
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Patients with restrictive-type anorexia nervosa who are admitted to the hospital for feeding often urinate excessive amounts. Others have changes in the way that they handle acid and base. These issues prolong hospitalizations. Current data suggest that one hormone--named secretin--may control both urine output and how the body handles acid and base. This study will evaluate whether secretin level…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Group 1:
* male and female patients
* age 13-24 years
* diagnosis of restrictive-type anorexia nervosa
* hospitalization for nutritional support
* \>4 cc/kg/day of urine output (a.k.a. "fluid dumpers"; n=5)
* Group 2:
* male and female patients
* age 13-24 year…
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