Medical research
Defining a healthy microbiome
In a new study, Bärbel Stecher and her team from LMU have shown that, depending on the composition of the microbiome, E. coli bacteria can prevent infections by Salmonella strains.
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Gastroenterology
One in ten people experience frequent meal-related abdominal pain
Around 11 percent of the global population (13 percent of women and 9 percent of men) frequently experience abdominal pain when they eat meals, according to a survey on over 50,000 people. The research is being presented ...
Oct 5, 2021
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Surgery
Study describes new procedure that successfully treated patients with congenital intestinal malrotation
A Cleveland Clinic study has introduced a new surgical procedure to treat both children and adults with congenital intestinal malrotation, an inherited disorder that can cause the intestines to twist.
Sep 13, 2021
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Gut microbiota induces the secretion of maternal antibodies in breastmilk
A research group has discovered an interorgan network between the mammary glands and the small intestine that plays an essential role in transferring antibodies via breastfeeding.
Sep 8, 2021
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Surgery
A 'band-aid' for internal wounds
A burst appendix or a life-threatening intestinal volvulus are emergencies that need to be treated by surgeons immediately. However, a life-saving operation, in which tissue from the digestive tract has to be reattached, ...
Aug 19, 2021
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Pediatrics
Study reveals immune cells that drive gastrointestinal disease in babies
A Yale-led research team has identified the immune cells that drive the inflammation observed in necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a severe gastrointestinal complication that often affects infants born prematurely.
Jul 21, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Common plant fiber gel doubled rate of tumor eradication
Many people don't realize that the trillions of bacteria, viruses, and fungi residing within the gastrointestinal tract—collectively called the gut microbiome—are connected to overall health, and specifically to cancer.
Jun 24, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Researchers explore microbial ecosystem in search of drugs to fight SARS-CoV-2
Researchers from Yonsei University in South Korea have found that certain commensal bacteria that reside in the human intestine produce compounds that inhibit SARS-CoV-2. The research will be presented on June 20 at World ...
Jun 20, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
14-3-3sigma gene acts as a tumor suppressor in intestinal cancers
LMU researchers have identified the 14-3-3sigma gene as an important suppressor of carcinogenesis in the gastrointestinal tract.
Jun 16, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Microorganism originating in meat production can lead to urinary tract infections
In young women, Staphylococcus saprophyticus is a main cause of urinary tract infections (UTI), reaching 20% prevalence. Understanding the epidemiology of this microorganism can help identify its origin, distribution, causes, ...
Jun 7, 2021
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