Gut Microbiota Dysbiosis in Children with Relapsing Idiopathic Nephrotic Syndrome.

CONCLUSION: Pediatric relapsing INS patients show gut microbiota dysbiosis, characterized by a decreased proportion of butyric acid-producing bacteria and lower fecal butyric acid quantities, concomitant with reduced circulatory Tregs.
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Source: American Journal of Nephrology - March 13, 2018 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tsuji S, Suruda C, Hashiyada M, Kimata T, Yamanouchi S, Kitao T, Kino J, Akane A, Kaneko K Tags: Am J Nephrol Source Type: research