Fecal microbiota transplantation as therapy for inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis

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Abstract

This analysis suggests that FMT is a safe, but variably efficacious treatment for IBD. More randomized controlled trials are needed and should investigate frequency of FMT administration, donor selection and standardization of microbiome analysis.

Topics & Keywords

Clostridium difficile and Clostridium perfringens research Gastrointestinal motility and disorders Microscopic Colitis

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Crohn s and Colitis

Volume 8, Issue 12, pp. 1569-1581

DOI: 10.1016/j.crohns.2014.08.006

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