Gut-lung axis perturbation and Bifidobacterium potential after spinal cord injury in humans and mice

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Authors: Yuanqing Ding, Xingyu Chen, Yiming Tao, Haoru Dong, Zezhen Zhang, Xiao Xiao, Gong Chen, Xiaomu Li, Rong Xie
DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2026.114655
Cited by: 2
References: 41

Abstract

challenge. These findings indicate that SCI disrupts gut-lung compartmentalization and that augmenting beneficial gut taxa mitigates downstream pulmonary consequences. Microbiota-targeted strategies therefore warrant evaluation as adjuncts to reduce post-SCI respiratory risk.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Gut microbiota and health Spinal Cord Injury Research Respiratory Support and Mechanisms

Publication details

Journal / source
iScience
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
29
Issue
2
Pages
114655–114655
Publication date
10 January 2026
Language
EN