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Review
. 2019 Jun;42(2):263-274.
doi: 10.1016/j.psc.2019.01.009.

Medical Complications of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa

Dennis Gibson  1 , Cassandra Workman  2 , Philip S Mehler  3
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Review

Medical Complications of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa

Dennis Gibson et al. Psychiatr Clin North Am. 2019 Jun.

Abstract

Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are mental illnesses with associated complications affecting all body systems with arguably the highest mortality of all mental health disorders. A comprehensive medical evaluation is an essential first step in the treatment of anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. Weight restoration and cessation of purging behaviors are often essential components in the management of medical complications of these illnesses.

Keywords: Anorexia nervosa; Bulimia nervosa; Eating disorders; Medical complications.

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