Mechanisms contributing to microbiome regulation of NAFLD. (IMAGE)

Zhejiang University

Mechanisms contributing to microbiome regulation of NAFLD.

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Microbiota dysbiosis induces increased gut permeability, allowing the translocation of bacterial products into the portal vein. NAFLD: non-alcoholic fatty liver disease; SCFAs: short-chain-fatty-acids; LPS: lipopolysaccharide; TMA: trimethylamine; TLRs: Toll-like receptors.

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Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Diseases International

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