Whole Gut Microbiome Sequencing in Patients With Anorexia Nervosa

Plain-language summary

This study investigates genetic sequencing of the gut microbiome (the microorganisms in the intestine) in women diagnosed with anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder). It included female patients meeting DSM-5 criteria who were referred to a specialized center. It is an observational (non-phase) study and has been completed.

The summary above is a plain-language rendering of the official record. The original English title is shown for reference.

Trial details

Phase

N/A

Status

Completed

Sponsor

Odense University Hospital

Start date

9/1/2014

Estimated completion

4/1/2023

Countries

Denmark

Related genes

Locations

• Aalborg, Denmark
• Aarhus, Denmark
• Odense, Denmark

Eligibility criteria

Criteria are reproduced from the ClinicalTrials.gov record in the original English. Only the trial team can determine eligibility.

Inclusion:

* Women.
* Referred to specialized eating disorder center.
* Fulfill criteria in Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - 5.

Exclusion:

* Age \<15 years.
* Known ongoing abuse of laxatives.
* Antibiotic treatment within the last three months.
* Inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer or other bowel disease.