Bacterial translocation occurs early in cirrhosis and triggers a selective inflammatory response

ConclusionBT occurs already in early ACLD stages and triggers a systemic inflammatory response via TNF- α and IL-10. Interestingly, BT markers showed no clear correlation with portal hypertension and circulatory dysfunction in patients with stable ACLD.Clinical trial numberNCT03267615.
Source: Hepatology International - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research