Medical Complications and Treatments of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia - August 31, 2016

Explore the medical complications and treatments associated with anorexia nervosa and bulimia in this comprehensive physician grand rounds presentation. Gain insights from Dr. Philip Mehler, a renowned expert in eating disorders, as he discusses critical aspects of these conditions. Learn about cardiac issues, hospitalization criteria, and the sobering reality of anorexia nervosa. Discover a clinician's guide to managing bulimia, including topics such as hypokalemia, acute sialadenosis, and the lemon drop protocol. Understand the complexities of edema in eating disorders, refeeding syndrome, and osteoporosis in anorexia nervosa. Explore metabolic issues, constipation, cathartic colon syndrome, and superior mesenteric artery syndrome. Delve into dysphagia, cardiac complications, and hematologic concerns specific to anorexia nervosa. Enhance your knowledge and ability to provide effective care for patients with these challenging eating disorders.