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Arginine as a energy source for probiotic bacteria |
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Answer» In acute liver failure following hepatitis, toxic insults, or after major liver surgery, there is an increased bacterial translocation from the gut. This may explain some of the infectious complications seen in these conditions. To elucidate mechanisms and find possible PREVENTIVE measures, we investigated the effect of rectal administration of arginine and probiotic BACTERIA (LACTOBACILLUS SPP.) on bacterial translocation and the extent of liver failure. Sprague‐Dawley rats were used and five different Lactobacillus STRAINS (Lb.) reuteri … |
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