Mucins and Tight Junctions are Severely Altered in Necrotizing Enterocolitis Neonates
Conclusion Mucins and tight junctions are severely altered in NEC neonates. This finding might provide clues for rupture of the intestinal barrier. Further research is needed to investigate the gene expression as well as the exact mechanisms behind these changes. This will help us better understand the role of the intestinal barrier in NEC.
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Source: American Journal of Perinatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Liu, Dong Xu, Yanzhen Feng, Jinxing Yu, Jialin Huang, Jinjie Li, Zhiguang Tags: Original Article Source Type: research