INTRODUCTION
THE GUT MICROBIOME
The gut microbiome is a collection of all microbes that live in the intestines and provide protection against pathogens, help develop the immune system, and aid in digestion and energy production. The disruption of the gut microbiome, referred to as intestinal dysbiosis, defines an imbalance of the structure and function of this community of microbes. In neonates, several factors may influence the gut microbiome including gestational age (GA), type of feeding, antibiotic exposure, and the maternal microbiome. Continue reading the full publication.
