Erschienen in:
22.02.2016 | Review
Gut Microbiota of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
verfasst von:
Reham M. Abdou, Lixin Zhu, Robert D. Baker, Susan S. Baker
Erschienen in:
Digestive Diseases and Sciences
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Ausgabe 5/2016
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Abstract
The prevalence of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease has been rapidly increasing worldwide. It has become a leading cause of liver transplantation. Accumulating evidence suggests a significant role for gut microbiota in its development and progression. Here we review the effect of gut microbiota on developing hepatic fatty infiltration and its progression. Current literature supports a possible role for gut microbiota in the development of liver steatosis, inflammation and fibrosis. We also review the literature on possible interventions for NAFLD that target the gut microbiota.