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Probiotic Interventions in Systemic Sclerosis Patients: A Systematic Review and Future Prospects.

Zahra Mirfeizi, Mahmoud Mahmoudi, Marzieh Monemi, Amin Tajerian, Arezoo Faridzadeh

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

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5 authors.

Zahra MirfeiziRheumatology Department, Rheumatic Diseases Research Center Mashhad University of Medical Sciences Mashhad Iran.
Mahmoud MahmoudiImmunology Research Center Mashhad University of Medical Sciences Mashhad Iran.
Marzieh MonemiDepartment of Basic Science, Faculty of pharmacy and pharmaceutical science, Tehran medical science Islamic Azad university Tehran Iran.
Amin TajerianSchool of Medicine Arak University of Medical Sciences Arak Iran.
Arezoo FaridzadehImmunology Research Center Mashhad University of Medical Sciences Mashhad Iran.ORCID 0000-0001-9094-6999

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background and Aims: Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is an uncommon autoimmune connective tissue disease distinguished by fibrosis and vascular abnormalities, often leading to gastrointestinal problems. This review explores the potential of probiotics in managing SSc-related gastrointestinal issues and modulating immune responses, highlighting the need for innovative treatments to improve patient well-being. Methods: We performed an extensive literature search up to October 2023 in databases, including Web of Science, PubMed/MEDLINE, and Scopus. Result: This review detected four articles that investigated the impact of probiotics on SSc. These studies, comprising non-randomized observational studies and randomized clinical trials, provide preliminary insights suggesting that probiotics may be efficacious in modulating the immune response and, consequently, in improving gastrointestinal symptoms in SSc patients. Conclusion: The comprehensive review suggests that probiotics may aid in managing gastrointestinal symptoms and modulating immune responses in SSc. However, it is essential to acknowledge the limited existing evidence, underscoring the need for more rigorous randomized controlled trials to thoroughly assess their effectiveness.

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BifidobacteriumgastrointestinalLactobacillusprobioticsystemic sclerosis

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PMID40242258
PMCPMC12000923

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