A novel outpatient treatment model for patients with severe and enduring anorexia nervosa: an observational study of patient characteristics, treatment goals, and treatment course

ConclusionsThis observational study suggests that many individuals with severe and enduring anorexia nervosa may benefit from flexible treatment, aiming at supporting quality of life. The results highlight the importance of coordinating and integrating the treatment of severe and enduring anorexia nervosa and co-occurring psychiatric disorders as well as medical complications. Further research and international dialogue about the how treatment for this vulnerable patient group should best be organized is called for.Trial registration Trial registration number: NCT05708404. Date of registration: 01/23/2023 (retrospectively registered).
Source: Journal of Eating Disorders - Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Source Type: research