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
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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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