C-section and the Neonatal Gut Microbiome Acquisition: Consequences for Future Health
Author(s) -
Silvia Arboleya,
Marta Suárez,
Nuria Fernández,
Laura Mantecón,
Gonzalo Solís Sánchez,
Miguel Gueimonde,
Clara G. de los ReyesGavilán
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
annals of nutrition and metabolism
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.926
H-Index - 81
eISSN - 1421-9697
pISSN - 0250-6807
DOI - 10.1159/000490843
Subject(s) - microbiome , caesarean section , limiting , medicine , gut microbiome , biology , pregnancy , bioinformatics , genetics , mechanical engineering , engineering
The human gut microbiota is assembled during infancy with an increase in diversity and stability. The correct colonization and the establishment of this microbiome are linked to the early and future health status of the individual. It is known that caesarean delivery alters this optimal microbial foundation. C-section (CS) is a common obstetrician surgery; however, it is not without risk for the mother/infant dyad. The World Health Organization recommends not exceeding 10-15% of the total deliveries; nevertheless, this rate has been increasing rapidly worldwide in the last decades.
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