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The gastrointestinal ecosystem: a precarious alliance among epithelium, immunity and microbiota. Microreview
1 Jan 2001
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The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is a complex ecosystem generated by the alliance of GI epithelium, immune cells and resident microbiota. The three components of the GI ecosystem have co-evolved such that each relies on the presence of the other two components to achieve its normal function and activity. Experimental systems such as cell culture, germ-free animal models and intestinal isografts have demonstrated...
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