Causal effect of gut microbiota on the risk of prostatitis: a two-sample Mendelian randomization study

ConclusionOur study demonstrated a gut microbiota –prostate axis, offering crucial data supporting the promising use of the GM as a candidate target for CP prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. There is a necessity for randomized controlled trials to validate the protective effect of the linked GM against the risk of CP, and to further investigat e the underlying mechanisms involved.
Source: International Urology and Nephrology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research