Effect of Rifaximin on Hepatic Fibrosis in Bile Duct-ligated Rat Model
Background/Aims: The translocation of bacteria and their lipopolysaccharides from the gut can promote fibrosis in cirrhotic patients. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of rifaximin on hepatic fibrosis in a bile duct-ligated rat model. Methods: The bile duct ligation (BDL) was carr...
Main Authors: | , , , , , , , , |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Jin Publishing & Printing Co.
2017-11-01
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Series: | The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology |
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Online Access: | http://www.kjg.or.kr/journal/view.html?doi=10.4166/kjg.2017.70.5.239 |