Article
On the origin of species: Factors shaping the establishment of infant's gut microbiota
26 Nov 2015
Abstract excerpt
The human gut microbiota is a complex and dynamic ecosystem, which naturally lives in a symbiotic relationship with the host. Perturbations of the microbial composition (dysbiosis) and reduced diversity may promote disease susceptibility and recurrence. In contrast to the mature intestinal microbiota of healthy adults, which appears relatively stable over time, the infant's microbiome only establishes and matures...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
