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Maternal-fetal-neonatal microbiome and outcomes associated with prematurity
Rita C Silveira1, Joseph Y Ting2
1Department of Pediatrics, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil. drarita.c.s@gmail.com.
Insights
The maternal and neonatal gut microbiome are crucial for premature infant health. Further research into microbiome modulation offers promising avenues for improving outcomes in prematurity.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Neonatal Health
- Maternal Health
Background:
- Recent advancements have increased our understanding of the premature gut microbiome.
- Exploration of the maternal microbiome and neonatal microbiota is essential for progress.
Discussion:
- Investigating the maternal-fetal-neonatal microbiome axis is critical.
- Opportunities for microbiome modulation require further study.
Key Insights:
- The gut microbiome plays a significant role in infant development and health outcomes.
- Early life microbial exposures impact long-term health trajectories.
Outlook:
- This collection aims to advance research on the maternal-fetal-neonatal microbiome and prematurity.
- Future studies should focus on clinical applications and therapeutic strategies for microbiome modulation.
Abstract:
Our understanding of the premature gut microbiome has increased rapidly in recent years. However, to advance this important topic we must further explore various aspects of the maternal microbiome, neonatal microbiota, and the opportunities for microbiome modulation. We invite authors to contribute research and clinical papers to the Collection "Maternal-fetal-neonatal microbiome and outcomes associated with prematurity".
