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Microbial deoxycholate regulates prostaglandin E2, coordinating sequential steps in mucosal healing after injury. This finding reveals a key mechanism for tissue regeneration.

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  • Immunology

Background:

  • Mucosal healing is crucial for repairing tissue damage.
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    Conclusions:

    • Microbial metabolites, specifically deoxycholate, are critical for orchestrating mucosal healing.
    • Targeting microbial-host interactions could offer novel therapeutic strategies for mucosal repair.
    • Understanding deoxycholate's role in PGE2 regulation is key to enhancing mucosal regeneration.