Fecal Microbiota Transplant for Anorexia Nervosa

Summary

The purpose of this pilot randomized-controlled trial is to determine whether Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) treatment demonstrates feasibility, acceptability, and prelinary effectiveness among patients with anorexia nervosa (AN). Specifically, the investigators aim to compare changes in weight, gut microbiome, urine, blood biomarkers and mood symptoms between participants receiving the FMT intervention and placebo.

Timeline

Start

2026-06-01

Primary completion

2027-06-01

Completion

2027-06-01

Publications

• Couturier J, Kenner E, Nicula M, Chowdhury F, Surette M, Pai N. Protocol for a pilot feasibility randomised controlled trial of fecal microbiota transplantation for adolescent anorexia nervosa. BMJ Open. 2026 Apr 20;16(4):e109115. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-109115.

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