Effects of gastric bypass bariatric surgery on gut microbiota in patients with morbid obesity
Urja Amin,
Dora Huang,
Arun Dhir
et al.
Abstract:The Western diet is associated with gastrointestinal dysbiosis, an active contributor to the pathophysiology of obesity and its comorbidities. Gastrointestinal dysbiosis is strongly linked to increased adiposity, low-grade inflammation, dyslipidaemia, and insulin resistance in individuals with morbid obesity. Bariatric bypass surgery remains the most effective treatment for achieving significant weight loss and alleviating obesity-related comorbidities. A growing body of evidence indicates that traditional Rou… Show more
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