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Orexin gene study in anorexia nervosa

Anorexia Nervosa

Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.

This study looks at a gene called orexin in women with anorexia nervosa. It aims to understand how this gene might be related to the condition, which could lead to better treatments.

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Phase
N/A
Enrollment
60 people
Ages
18 years and older
Study type
Observational

Who can take part

  • You are a woman 18 years or older
  • You have anorexia nervosa
  • You are hospitalized at the Division of Eating and Nutrition Disorders at Istituto Auxologico Italiano in Piancavallo, Italy
  • You are able to provide signed informed consent

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