Microbiota, Disease, and Back to Health: A Metastable Journey

作者:Blumberg Richard*; Powrie Fiona
来源:Science Translational Medicine, 2012, 4(137): 137rv7.
DOI:10.1126/scitranslmed.3004184

摘要

Alterations in the composition of the commensal microbiota have been observed in many complex diseases. Understanding the basis for these changes, how they relate to disease risk or activity, and the mechanisms by which the symbiotic state of colonization resistance and host homeostasis is restored is critical for future therapies aimed at manipulating the microbiota.

  • 出版日期2012-6-6