Pediatr. praxi. 2015;16(2):108-112
Probiotics in pediatrics, what is proven and what is not yet confirmed
- Pediatrická klinika UK 2. LF a FN Motol, Praha
Probiotics have become very popular over the last two decades for the ability to influence intestinal microbiota composition and to
alter host epithelial and immunological responses. Certain probiotic interventions have shown promise in selected clinical conditions
where aberrant microbiota have been reported, such as acute infectious diarrhea, necrotising enterocolitis, irritable bowel syndrome
and prevention of atopic dermatitis. Conclusions are based on meta-analyses of double-blinded, placebo-controlled studies which can
only demonstrate the efficacy of probiotics in prevention and treatment of certain diseases.
Keywords: probiotics, microbiome, microbiota, prevention, gastrointestinal diseases
Published: June 1, 2015 Show citation
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