Structural Brain Volumetry Changes in Eating Disorders.

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age13-60
SponsorAssiut University

About this trial

The goal of this observational study is to investigate the relationship between structural brain changes and psychiatric comorbidities in individuals diagnosed with eating disorders (EDs). The main question it aims to answer is:

How are structural brain volumetric changes associated with psychiatric comorbidities in patients with eating disorders?

Participants with a clinical diagnosis of an eating disorder will undergo brain MRI scans for volumetric analysis and structured psychiatric assessments to identify comorbid conditions. Data will be collected cross-sectionally from patients receiving routine clinical care, with the aim of identifying neurobiological and psychiatric patterns that could inform targeted treatment and prevention strategies.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Age above 13 years.

DSM-5 diagnosis of an eating disorder (AN, BN, BED) confirmed by structured interview.

Disqualifiers

Neurological or any previous psychiatric diagnosis.

IQ less than 70.

MRI contraindication (metal implants, pacemaker, severe claustrophobia).

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Not listed

Trial groups

80 Participants
are grouped into 4 trial groups

Locations

This trial has no locations

Sponsors and collaborators