Efficacy of probiotic therapy in full-term infants with critical illness.

Author: GaoLi, RenChun-ming, ShiChang-song, WangYu, ZhangYu-hua

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BACKGROUND: Probiotics are microbial supplements that have shown efficacy in a wide range of applications. To assess the safety and effects of enteral probiotics in critically ill neonates. METHODS: A double-blind, randomized controlled trial was conducted in 100 full-term infants with critical ill...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.6133/apjcn.2014.23.4.14

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Probiotics: A Refreshing Oasis in the Desert of Critical Illness

This study explores the potential of probiotics, like a refreshing oasis in the harsh desert of critical illness, to enhance the health and well-being of critically ill infants. The researchers investigated the safety and efficacy of enteral probiotics in full-term infants with critical illness, aiming to understand whether these beneficial bacteria could promote a faster recovery and improve overall health.

A Probiotic Journey Through the Desert of Critical Illness

The study found that probiotic supplementation significantly reduced the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome in critically ill infants. The researchers observed that probiotics, like a supportive caravan traveling across the desert, may bolster the immune system, potentially reducing the risk of complications and promoting a faster recovery. These findings provide valuable insights into the potential benefits of probiotics for critically ill infants, offering a promising avenue for enhancing their health and well-being.

A Path to Health in the Desert of Illness

For critically ill infants, every step towards recovery is a victory. This study underscores the potential of probiotics to improve health outcomes and accelerate recovery. It offers a hopeful glimpse into the future of critical care, where beneficial bacteria may play a pivotal role in promoting resilience and supporting the body's natural healing process.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research provides valuable insights into the potential of probiotics to improve the health and well-being of critically ill infants. It offers a glimpse into the future of critical care, where beneficial bacteria may play a vital role in supporting the body's natural healing processes and creating a more hospitable environment for these fragile patients. This study encourages us to explore the vast desert of the human microbiome and its potential to promote health and resilience.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2015-02-19
  2. Date Revised 2018-10-23
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

25516315

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.6133/apjcn.2014.23.4.14

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