Gut microbiota associated with HIV infection is significantly enriched in bacteria tolerant to oxygen

Abstract excerpt

OBJECTIVES: Gut microbiota modifications occurring during HIV infection have recently been associated with inflammation and microbial translocation. However, discrepancies between studies justified a comprehensive analysis performed on a large sample size. DESIGN AND METHODS: In a case-control study, next-generation sequencing of the 16S rRNA gene was applied to the faecal microbiota of 31 HIV-infected patients,...

Topics

Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.

• Share to Gut microbiota and health
• Share to HIV-related health complications and treatments
• Share to Oral microbiology and periodontitis research