Dr. Jasmohan Bajaj, MD
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Clinical Trials Jasmohan Bajaj, MD is currently running
Prebiotics
for PTSD and Liver Cirrhosis
Despite medical advancements, PTSD remains a major issue in Veterans1. Current treatment strategies have relatively poor adherence. In patients with PTSD and cirrhosis, there is greater cognitive impairment as well as changes in gut microbiome structure and function2,3. In addition, when there is concomitant cirrhosis, medication-related treatment options become even narrower from a safety and tolerability perspective and cognitive issues pertaining to cirrhosis could impact participation3. Changes in gut microbiome in Veterans with cirrhosis and PTSD compared to those with cirrhosis without PTSD is characterized by a greater relative expression of pathobionts and reduction in stool microbiome diversity with reduction in bacteria that produce beneficial short chain fatty acids (SCFA)2. Modulation of the gut microbiome in patients with cirrhosis and PTSD may be an important therapeutic target. In prior studies with cirrhosis alone, microbial modulation using diet, antibiotics such as rifaximin, probiotics, and fecal microbiota transplant have improved gut microbial diversity and clinical outcomes in some cases4,5. In patients with cirrhosis without PTSD and in patients with PTSD without cirrhosis there is emerging evidence regarding prebiotics and other forms of gut microbial modulation. Prebiotics are such an example6. Prebiotics are natural fibers derived from carbohydrates and can be beneficial to gut microbiota (good bacteria in the gut)6. Resistant starches (RS) are dietary fiber prebiotics found naturally in many foods including potatoes, plantains, and legumes6,7. In addition to being highly accessible, RS have been shown to be well tolerated with few adverse reactions. While no studies of RS exist in PTSD + cirrhosis patients, a meta-analysis of RS in IBD has shown RS to be an effective treatment in both animal and clinical studies where improvements in clinical remission and reduced mucosal damage were found7. However, there is insufficient data regarding patients with PTSD and cirrhosis regarding gut microbial structure and function modulation with dietary supplements such as resistant starches. These starches can improve SCFA production in elderly subjects, which could in turn affect the gut-brain axis favorably8.
Recruiting
1 award
N/A
3 criteria
Albumin
for Hepatic Encephalopathy
Hypothesis: Improvement in cognitive dysfunction with IV albumin in patients with cirrhosis with prior HE and MHE lasts for several weeks after albumin infusion has ended, and is due to persistent improvement in inflammatory markers, endothelial dysfunction, albumin function and gut microbial changes. This will be a single-arm, single-blind sequential trial of IV 25% albumin and IV saline over 8 weeks with biological sampling and cognitive and health related quality of life (HRQOL) testing with each subject acting as their own control.
Recruiting
0 awards
Phase 2
5 criteria
More about Jasmohan Bajaj, MD
Clinical Trial Related
1 year of experience running clinical trials · Led 7 trials as a Principal Investigator · 2 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Jasmohan Bajaj, MD has experience with
- Simvastatin
- Alfapump
- PE-A 5%
- Placebo
- IV Albumin
- One Meal
Breakdown of trials Jasmohan Bajaj, MD has run
Fibrosing Colonopathy
Liver Cirrhosis
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Encephalopathy
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Almost all clinical trials will cover the cost of the ‘trial drug’ — so no insurance is required for this. For trials where this trial drug is given alongside an already-approved medication, there may be a cost (which your insurance would normally cover).
What does Jasmohan Bajaj, MD specialize in?
Jasmohan Bajaj, MD focuses on Fibrosing Colonopathy and Liver Cirrhosis. In particular, much of their work with Fibrosing Colonopathy has involved treating patients, or patients who are undergoing treatment.
Is Jasmohan Bajaj, MD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Jasmohan Bajaj, MD is currently recruiting for 2 clinical trials in Richmond Virginia. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Jasmohan Bajaj, MD has studied deeply?
Yes, Jasmohan Bajaj, MD has studied treatments such as Simvastatin, Alfapump, PE-A 5%.
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What is the office address of Jasmohan Bajaj, MD?
The office of Jasmohan Bajaj, MD is located at: Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, Virginia 23249 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center.
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