Analysis of intestinal flora in elderly Uygur patients with sarcopenia
ConclusionIn conclusion, Lachnoclostridium is significantly enriched in the intestines of elderly Uygur patients with sarcopenia; the increase in Lachnoclostridium abundance and the decrease in Streptobacillus abundance are associated with high levels of IL-6. Therefore, abnormal intestinal flora is related to inflammatory reflexes in patients with sarcopenia.
Source: Immunity, Inflammation and Disease - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Zimei Shan,
Na Cheng,
Jia Zhu,
Fei Chen,
Jiani Ji,
Meilibana Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research