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  • Gastroenterology and Immunology
  • Microbiome Research

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  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is characterized by chronic gastrointestinal inflammation.
  • Its etiology involves a complex interplay of genetic susceptibility, environmental factors, gut microbial dysbiosis, and immune system dysregulation.
  • Disruption of gut homeostasis is a hallmark of IBD pathogenesis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize current knowledge on the multifactorial causes of IBD.
  • To highlight the central role of host-microbiome interactions in disease development.
  • To underscore the need for a deeper understanding of IBD mechanisms for improved therapeutic strategies.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes existing research and literature on IBD pathogenesis.
  • It focuses on the integrated pathways involving genetic, environmental, microbial, and immune components.
  • Analysis includes the roles of innate and adaptive immunity, non-immune cells, and extrinsic triggers.

Main Results:

  • IBD pathogenesis is driven by a complex network of interacting factors, including genetic predisposition and environmental triggers.
  • Altered host immune responses and intestinal microbiome dynamics are central to chronic inflammation and tissue damage.
  • Both intrinsic host factors and extrinsic environmental influences are critical in IBD development.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive understanding of the multifactorial causes of IBD is essential.
  • Targeting key disease axes is crucial for developing effective therapies.
  • Future research should focus on restoring immune balance, promoting tissue repair, and inducing sustained remission in IBD patients.