title: Human microbiome: From the bathroom to the bedside.
abstract: The human gut contains trillions of bacteria, the major phylae of which include Bacteroidetes, Firmicutes, Actinobacteria and Proteobacteria. Fecal microbial transplantation (FMT) has been known of for many years but only recently has been subjected to rigorous examination. We review the evidence regarding FMT for recurrent Clostridium difficile infection which has resulted in it being an approved treatment. In addition there is some evidence for its use in both irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease. Further research is needed in order to define the indications for FMT and the most appropriate method of administration.
authors: Stephen Malnick, Department of Internal Medicine C, Kaplan Medical Center, Affiliated to the Hebrew University, Rehovot 76100, Israel.
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authors: Malnick
authors: Stephen Malnick, Department of Internal Medicine C, Kaplan Medical Center, Affiliated to the Hebrew University, Rehovot 76100, Israel.
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keywords: Clostridium difficile; Fecal microbial transplant; Indications; Metabolic disorders; Side-effects