Article
The Potential Role of the Gut-Vascular Axis in Ciprofloxacin-Associated Aggravation of Aortic Dissection.
Cardiovascular toxicology - 21 Sept 2026
Lv Hui, Wang Qi, Abudesimu Asiya, Yesitayi Gulinazi, Aizitiaili Aliya, Siti Dilixiati, Ma Xiang
Abstract excerpt
Ciprofloxacin (CIP) is associated with an increased risk of aortic dissection (AD); however, the underlying mechanism remains unclear. This study investigates the potential contribution of gut microbiota and intestinal barrier alterations to CIP-associated AD progression. The AD model was established using a combination of β-aminopropionitrile and angiotensin II. The composition of the gut microbiota was analyzed...
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- Animals
- Ciprofloxacin
- Humans
- Disease Models, Animal
- Male
- Muscle, Smooth, Vascular
