Functional neuroimaging in early-onset anorexia nervosa

Int J Eat Disord. 2005:37 Suppl:S49-51; discussion S87-9. doi: 10.1002/eat.20117.

Abstract

Previous neuroimaging studies in early-onset anorexia nervosa provide evidence of limbic system dysfunction. The current study adds support to the possibility by revealing a significant association between unilateral reduction of blood flow in the temporal region and impaired visuospatial ability, impaired visual memory, and enhanced speed of information processing.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Age of Onset
  • Anorexia Nervosa / diagnosis*
  • Anorexia Nervosa / epidemiology*
  • Brain / blood supply*
  • Cerebrovascular Circulation / physiology
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Tomography, Emission-Computed, Single-Photon*