Microorganisms,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
12(1), P. 24 - 24
Published: Dec. 22, 2023
Targeting
the
microbiome,
microbiota-derived
metabolites,
and
related
pathways
represents
a
significant
challenge
in
oncology.
Microbiome
analyses
have
confirmed
negative
impact
of
cancer
treatment
on
gut
homeostasis,
resulting
acute
dysbiosis
severe
complications,
including
massive
inflammatory
immune
response,
mucosal
barrier
disruption,
bacterial
translocation
across
epithelium.
Moreover,
recent
studies
revealed
relationship
between
an
imbalance
microbiome
treatment-related
toxicity.
In
this
review,
we
provide
current
insights
into
role
tumor
development
microbiomes
chemo-
immunotherapy
efficacy,
as
well
treatment-induced
late
effects,
cognitive
impairment
cardiotoxicity.
As
discussed,
microbiota
modulation
via
probiotic
supplementation
fecal
transplantation
new
trend
patient
care,
aiming
to
increase
diversity,
alleviate
long-term
toxicity,
improve
response
various
modalities.
However,
more
detailed
understanding
complex
host
can
significantly
contribute
integrating
microbiome-based
approach
clinical
practice.
Determination
causal
correlations
might
lead
identification
clinically
relevant
diagnostic
prognostic
microbial
biomarkers.
Notably,
restoration
intestinal
homeostasis
could
optimizing
efficacy
improving
outcomes.
Cell Communication and Signaling,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(1)
Published: March 7, 2024
Abstract
Sexual
dimorphism
has
been
observed
in
the
incidence
and
prognosis
of
colorectal
cancer
(CRC),
with
men
generally
exhibiting
a
slightly
higher
than
women.
Research
suggests
that
this
difference
may
be
attributed
to
variations
sex
steroid
hormone
levels
gut
microbiome.
The
microbiome
CRC
shows
composition
function
between
sexes,
leading
concept
‘microgenderome’
‘sex
hormone–gut
axis.’
Conventional
research
indicates
estrogens,
by
promoting
more
favorable
microbiota,
reduce
risk
CRC.
Conversely,
androgens
have
direct
pro-tumorigenic
effect
increasing
proportion
opportunistic
pathogens.
microbiota
also
influence
expressing
specific
enzymes
or
directly
affecting
gonadal
function.
However,
area
remains
controversial.
This
review
aims
explore
differences
incidence,
phenomenon
sexual
within
microbiome,
intricate
interplay
axis
objective
is
gain
better
understanding
these
interactions
their
potential
clinical
implications,
as
well
introduce
innovative
approaches
treatment.
Graphical
Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
8
Published: Jan. 3, 2025
The
extensive
use
of
antimicrobial
growth
promoters
(AGPs)
in
livestock
has
raised
global
concerns
due
to
increasing
resistance
(AMR)
among
pathogenic
microbes.
This
review
examines
probiotics
as
a
sustainable
alternative
AGPs,
offering
safer
approach
for
promoting
animal
and
health.
Probiotics
enhance
productivity
immunity
by
producing
compounds
competing
with
pathogens
nutrients.
In
addition,
strengthen
the
gut
barrier
modulate
microbiome,
facilitating
beneficial
bacterial
while
suppressing
species.
Studies
demonstrate
efficacy
probiotic
strains
genera
Lactobacillus
Bifidobacterium
inhibiting
such
Clostridium
perfringens
Salmonella
livestock.
comprehensive
evaluation
highlights
probiotics'
potential
advance
practices,
reduce
reliance
on
antibiotics,
mitigate
AMR
risks,
underscoring
need
further
research
regulatory
considerations
their
husbandry.
Nanomaterials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(7), P. 557 - 557
Published: March 22, 2024
Colorectal
cancer
(CRC)
is
a
common
malignant
tumor,
and
traditional
treatments
include
surgical
resection
radiotherapy.
However,
local
recurrence,
distal
metastasis,
intestinal
obstruction
are
significant
problems.
Oral
nano-formulation
promising
treatment
strategy
for
CRC.
This
study
introduces
physiological
environmental
factors,
the
main
challenges
of
CRC
treatment,
need
novel
oral
colon-targeted
drug
delivery
system
(OCDDS).
reviews
research
progress
controlled-release,
responsive,
magnetic,
targeted,
other
nano-formulations
in
direction
addition
to
advantages
concerns
about
related
therapeutic
agents
inspire
research.
Pharmaceuticals,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(5), P. 604 - 604
Published: May 8, 2024
The
involvement
of
the
gut
microbiota
in
anti-cancer
treatment
has
gained
increasing
attention.
Alterations
to
structure
and
function
bacteria
are
important
factors
development
cancer
as
well
efficacy
chemotherapy.
Recent
studies
have
confirmed
that
related
metabolites
influence
pharmacological
activity
chemotherapeutic
agents
through
interactions
with
immune
system.
This
review
aims
summarize
current
knowledge
how
malignant
tumor
chemotherapy
affect
microbiota,
regulates
host
response,
between
response
advances
strategies
for
efficiency
based
on
also
described.
Deciphering
complex
homeostasis
maintained
by
immunity
provides
a
solid
scientific
basis
bacterial
intervention
Gut Microbes,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: July 18, 2024
Pancreatic
ductal
adenocarcinoma
(PDAC)
is
a
highly
aggressive
cancer
characterized
by
late
diagnosis,
rapid
progression,
and
high
mortality
rate.
Its
complex
biology,
dense,
stromal
tumor
environment
with
an
immunosuppressive
milieu,
contributes
to
resistance
against
standard
treatments
like
chemotherapy
radiation.
This
comprehensive
review
explores
the
dynamic
role
of
microbiome
in
modulating
efficacy
outcomes
PDAC.
It
delves
into
microbiome's
impact
on
drug
metabolism
resistance,
interaction
between
microbial
elements,
drugs,
human
biology.
We
also
highlight
significance
specific
bacterial
species
enzymes
influencing
action
immune
response
microenvironment.
Cutting-edge
methodologies,
including
artificial
intelligence,
low-biomass
analysis
patient-derived
organoid
models,
are
discussed,
offering
insights
nuanced
interactions
microbes
cells.
The
potential
microbiome-based
interventions
as
adjuncts
conventional
PDAC
paving
way
for
personalized
therapy
approaches.
synthesizes
recent
research
provide
in-depth
understanding
how
affects
efficacy.
focuses
elucidating
key
mechanisms
identifying
existing
knowledge
gaps.
Addressing
these
gaps
crucial
enhancing
medicine
refining
treatment
strategies,
ultimately
improving
patient
outcomes.
Complementary Therapies in Medicine,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 103151 - 103151
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
Fluoropyrimidines
and
irinotecan
cause
diarrhea,
which
can
be
particularly
severe
in
some
cases.
Probiotic
supplementation
is
a
potential
option
for
managing
chemotherapy-induced
diarrhea.
This
study
aims
to
evaluate
the
efficacy
safety
of
probiotics
diarrhea
induced
by
fluoropyrimidine
or
irinotecan-based
chemotherapy
cancer
patients.
A
literature
search
was
conducted
Cochrane
Library,
PubMed,
ScienceDirect,
SciFinder,
Scopus
August
2023.
Observational
prospective
studies
patients
receiving
5-fluorouracil,
capecitabine,
were
included.
RevMan
(version
5.4.1)
used
statistical
analysis.
The
protocol
registered
PROSPERO.
Of
9400
records,
24
14
included
systematic
review
meta-analysis,
respectively.
Most
provided
combination
probiotic
strains
from
initiation
completion
cycles.
significantly
reduced
all
grade
(RR
=
0.40;
95%
CI:
0.27,
0.60;
P
<
0.00001,
I2:
0%),
nausea
vomiting
0.49;
CI
[0.37,
0.67];
bloating
0.27;
[0.11,
0.69];
0.006,
0%)
anorexia
0.62:
[0.43,
0.90];
0.01,
39%)
compared
controls.
Absolute
risk
reductions
(ARR)
ranged
22.7%
28.5%,
with
number
needed
treat
(NNT)
value
3
5.
Moreover,
improved
intestinal
microbial
balance
symptom
scales
quality
life.
promising
manage
chemoradiotherapy-induced
without
serious
side
effects
fluoropyrimidines
regimens.
Given
clinically
meaningful
ARR
favorable
NNT
values,
may
have
role
clinical
practice.
However,
larger
trials
are
standardize
strain,
dosage,
duration,
target
patient
subgroups.
PROSPERO
database
(CRD42023473324).
npj Biofilms and Microbiomes,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11(1)
Published: March 11, 2025
In
order
to
decipher
the
relationship
between
gut
microbiota
imbalance
and
cancer,
this
paper
reviewed
role
of
intestinal
in
anticancer
therapy
related
mechanisms,
discussed
current
research
status
as
a
biomarker
finally
summarized
reasonable
means
regulating
assist
cancer
therapy.
Overall,
our
study
reveals
that
can
serve
potential
target
for
improving
management.
MedComm,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
6(5)
Published: April 18, 2025
ABSTRACT
Dysbiosis
refers
to
the
disruption
of
gut
microbiota
balance
and
is
pathological
basis
various
diseases.
The
main
pathogenic
mechanisms
include
impaired
intestinal
mucosal
barrier
function,
inflammation
activation,
immune
dysregulation,
metabolic
abnormalities.
These
involve
dysfunctions
in
gut–brain
axis,
gut–liver
others
cause
broader
effects.
Although
association
between
diseases
caused
by
dysbiosis
has
been
extensively
studied,
many
questions
remain
regarding
specific
treatment
strategies.
This
review
begins
examining
causes
summarizes
potential
representative
imbalance.
It
integrates
clinical
evidence
explore
preventive
therapeutic
strategies
targeting
emphasizing
importance
understanding
dysbiosis.
Finally,
we
summarized
development
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
research
suggested
that
it
will
play
a
critical
role
future
studies
on
combining
multiomics
technologies
AI
further
uncover
complex
drive
personalized