Gut Microbiome and Disorders of the Gastrointestinal Tract.

Autor: Hammerhøj, Alexander, Gubatan, John Mark, Nielsen, Ole Haagen
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Zdroj: Microorganisms; Mar2024, Vol. 12 Issue 3, p576, 2p
Abstrakt: The article discusses the importance of the gut microbiome in maintaining digestive health and its impact on various gastrointestinal disorders. It highlights the complex interactions between the gut microbiota and the host, including the digestion of food, immune homeostasis, and protection against pathogens. The article also explores the potential of using microbial signatures as biomarkers for disease detection and monitoring. Additionally, it discusses the role of the gut microbiota in the pathogenesis of conditions such as metabolic syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. The article concludes by emphasizing the need for further research to understand the specific contributions of microbial species and their metabolites to health and disease, as well as the potential risks and unintended consequences of interventions like fecal microbiota transplants. [Extracted from the article]
Databáze: Complementary Index