The effect of early probiotic exposure on the preterm infant gut microbiome development
Premature birth, especially if born before week 32 of gestation, is associated with increased risk of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Prophylactic use of probiotics has been suggested to protect preterm infants via supporting a healthy gut microbiota (GM) development, but the suggested strains and...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2021-01-01
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Series: | Gut Microbes |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/19490976.2021.1951113 |