Small vesicles released by intestinal bacteria induce immune activation and progression of liver cirrhosis
Researchers from Niigata University and Kyoto Prefectural University have revealed that small vesicles, around 100 nm in size, released by intestinal bacteria induce immune activation and progression of liver cirrhosis, as well as reduction of serum albumin level, subsequently leading to edema and ascites.
Atsunori Tsuchiya Emily Henderson Kyoto Prefectural University Division Of Gastroenterology Research Center Niigata University
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