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Jiabin Hu1,2,3, Xiongqun Peng4, Shuang Cai2,5
1Department of Geriatrics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, The Second Medical Center and National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Diseases, Beijing, China.
Abstract:
Colonoscopy is a pivotal technique for screening and diagnosing colorectal diseases, particularly colorectal polyps and cancers. Early detection of lesions enables early diagnosis and treatment, thereby improving patient prognosis. The adequacy of bowel preparation is directly related to the quality and effectiveness of colonoscopy. However, the bowel cleansing process may disrupt the balance of gut microbiota, subsequently affecting the host's health status. Currently, there is a relative scarcity of reports on the specific impacts of different types of laxatives on gut microbiota. Therefore, this paper aims to deeply analyze and summarize the effects of various bowel preparations on gut microbiota and their potential adverse reactions following colonoscopy, providing a more comprehensive reference for the selection of bowel preparations in clinical practice.
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