Can we predict the development of acute gastric dilatation in patients with anorexia nervosa?

Can we predict the development of acute gastric dilatation in patients with anorexia nervosa?

Abstract Background Acute gastric dilatation can develop in patients with anorexia nervosa who are being refed to achieve weight restoration. If unrecognized, this condition is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Patients with acute gastric dilatation usually have abdominal pain, na...

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Main Authors: Kristin Anderson, Ashlie Watters, Elizabeth Dee, Philip S. Mehler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-11-01
Series:Journal of Eating Disorders
Subjects:
Anorexia Nervosa
Acute gastric dilatation
Refeeding
Abdominal pain
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40337-023-00937-2

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