Brain-derived neurotrophic factor preserves intestinal mucosal barrier function and alters gut microbiota in mice
The intestinal mucosal barrier (IMB) enables the intestine to provide adequate containment of luminal microorganisms and molecules while preserving the ability to absorb nutrients. In this study, we explored the effect of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) on IMB function and gut microbiota in...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2018-03-01
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| Series: | Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1607551X17303170 |