Investigating immune system and gut health in anorexia nervosa
Immune Dysregulation in Eating Disorders (ID-ED)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY · NIH-11282748
This study is looking at how the immune system and gut health are connected to anorexia nervosa in women, comparing those with the condition to healthy women, to better understand how these factors might influence eating disorder symptoms and overall health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11282748 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how immune dysregulation and gut microbiome composition affect women with anorexia nervosa (AN). The project will compare immune responses and gut health between women with AN and healthy individuals. It aims to identify specific inflammatory markers and their relationship to eating disorder symptoms, providing insights into the physiological changes associated with AN. The findings could help bridge the gap between physical health and psychological symptoms in patients with this condition.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women diagnosed with anorexia nervosa.
Not a fit: Patients with other eating disorders or those not meeting the criteria for anorexia nervosa may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for individuals suffering from anorexia nervosa.
How similar studies have performed: While research on immune dysregulation and gut microbiome in eating disorders is emerging, this specific approach is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES
- WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY — SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BRODRICK, BROOKS BARRETT — WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: BRODRICK, BROOKS BARRETT
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.