Investigating the gut microbiome's role in gastrointestinal and liver diseases in veterans with PTSD.
BCCMA: Targeting Gut-Microbiome in Veterans Deployment Related Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases: Dysbiosis, PTSD, and Epithelial and Immune Biology in Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Veterans
This study is looking at how the bacteria in your gut might affect stomach and liver problems in veterans, especially those with PTSD, and it invites you to share your gut health samples to help us understand these connections better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10830928 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how the gut microbiome affects gastrointestinal and liver diseases in veterans, particularly those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). By examining the relationship between chronic stress, gut health, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the study aims to uncover mechanisms that contribute to higher rates of these conditions among veterans. The research involves collaborative projects that will analyze gut microbiome samples and assess their impact on health outcomes. Patients may be asked to provide samples and participate in assessments to help identify potential links between their gut health and their experiences related to military service.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans experiencing gastrointestinal issues or liver diseases, particularly those with a diagnosis of PTSD.
Not a fit: Patients without a history of military service or those not experiencing gastrointestinal or liver diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and management strategies for gastrointestinal and liver diseases in veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the gut microbiome's role in various diseases, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights for veterans' health.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Veterans Health Administration — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wilson, Keith T. — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Wilson, Keith T.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.