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Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Human physiology
  • Pathogen transmission

Background:

  • The human microbiome plays a critical role in numerous physiological processes.
  • Emerging research highlights the microbiome's involvement in pathogen colonization, infection, and transmission.
  • Understanding the microbiome is crucial for comprehending host-pathogen interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the methodological principles employed in human microbiome research.
  • To review existing evidence on the impact of microbiome dysbiosis in preventing infections.
  • To provide a comprehensive overview of the microbiome's role in infection.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of microbiome studies.
  • Analysis of published evidence on microbiome dysbiosis and infection.
  • Synthesis of methodological approaches in microbiome research.

Main Results:

  • Microbiome dysbiosis is increasingly linked to altered susceptibility to infections.
  • Methodological advancements have enabled deeper insights into microbiome functions.
  • Evidence supports the microbiome's role in modulating host defense against pathogens.

Conclusions:

  • The human microbiome is a key factor in infection prevention.
  • Standardized methodologies are essential for reliable microbiome research.
  • Targeting the microbiome holds potential for novel infection control strategies.