Role of the Gut Microbiome in Uremia: A Potential Therapeutic Target.
Role of the Gut Microbiome in Uremia: A Potential Therapeutic Target.
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DOI:
10.1053/j.ajkd.2015.09.027
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发表时间:
2016-03
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Raj DS
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作者:
Ramezani A;Massy ZA;Meijers B;Evenepoel P;Vanholder R;Raj DS
Also known as the “second human genome,” the gut microbiome plays important roles in both the maintenance of health and the pathogenesis of disease. The symbiotic relationship between host and microbiome is disturbed due to proliferation of dysbiotic bacteria in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Fermentation of protein and amino acids by gut bacteria generate excess amounts of potentially toxic compounds such as ammonia, amines, thiols, phenols, and indoles, but generation of short chain fatty acids is reduced. Impaired intestinal barrier function in CKD permits translocation of gut-derived uremic toxins into the systemic circulation, contributing to progression of CKD, cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, and protein energy wasting. The field of microbiome research is still nascent, but evolving rapidly. Establishing symbiosis to treat uremic syndrome is a novel concept, but if proven effective will have significant impact on the management of patients with CKD.