Delay of the First Onset of Pouchitis by Oral Intake of the Probiotic Strain Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG

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Authors

M. Gosselink · Erasmus University Rotterdam

Rudolph W. Schouten · Erasmus MC

L. M. C. Van Lieshout · Erasmus University Rotterdam

W.C.J. Hop · Erasmus University Rotterdam

Jon D. Laman · Erasmus University Rotterdam

Johanneke G. H. Ruseler-van Embden · Erasmus University Rotterdam

Abstract

Daily intake of fermented products containing L. rhamnosus GG provides significant clinical benefit, without side effects. Based on the results of this study, we recommend a daily intake of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (dose 1-2 x 10(10) bacteria) to delay the first onset of pouchitis.

Topics & Keywords

Probiotics and Fermented Foods Celiac Disease Research and Management Digestive system and related health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Diseases of the Colon & Rectum

Volume 47, Issue 6, pp. 876-884

DOI: 10.1007/s10350-004-0525-z

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