Intestinal microbiota in short bowel syndrome.

Authors :: Piper HG
Source :: Seminars in pediatric surgery [Semin Pediatr Surg] 2018 Aug; Vol. 27 (4), pp. 223-228. Date of Electronic Publication: 2018 Jul 27.
Publication Year :: 2018
Abstract: Children with short bowel syndrome have significant changes to their intestinal microbiota after intestinal loss. The purpose of this article is to understand the potential implications of these changes on gut function, hepatic cholestasis and overall nutrition. Possible therapies to restore the commensal bacterial community in these patients will also be reviewed.<br /> (Copyright © 2018. Published by Elsevier Inc.)