Patty P. Bloom, M.D.

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• Pilot Open-Label Trial Of Resistant Potato Starch In Patients With Cirrhosis And Overt Hepatic Encephalopathy Rochester, MN

  The purpose of this study is to provide pilot data to explore the possibility of resistant potato starch as a novel treatment for HE. From this study, we will be able to understand the influence of resistant potato starch on the gut microbiome and SCFA production, thought to be an important mechanism in HE development and recurrence.

• Prospective Assessment Of Patient Preferences For Healthcare Technology Related To Decompensated Cirrhosis Management Rochester, MN

  The purpose of this study is to assess patient preferences regarding healthcare technology for decompensated cirrhosis management.

• The Role Of Intestinal Permeability And Microbiota In Hepatic Encephalopathy Rochester, MN

  The purpose of this study is to determine the importance of intestinal permeability and microbiota in hepatic encephalopathy (HE).