Journal article
Irritable bowel syndrome
Abstract
The intestinal microbiota interacts with several aspects of gastrointestinal function that may affect the expression or progression of disease. For example, a role for bacterial metabolism of bile acids and food has been linked to colorectal cancer development. Studies have also shown a potential role of the intestinal microbiota in the modulation of inflammation in the intestine and joints. Normal gut physiology is molded by the interaction …
Authors
Verdu EF; Collins SM
Journal
Best Practice & Research Clinical Gastroenterology, Vol. 18, No. 2, pp. 315–321
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
4 2004
DOI
10.1016/j.bpg.2003.11.003
ISSN
1521-6918