Dysbiosis and colonic adenoma: The lethal link?

Gut dysbiosis, a phenomenon in which the existing commensal microbiome changes to an adverse microenvironment in the colon, is thought to lead to altered cellular signals. How this is involved in producing mucosal outgrowths such as polyps in the colon is intriguing. Deciphering the various mechanisms involved provides an in-depth understanding of the link between gut dysbiosis and colonic polyps.

Current status of the biliary tract malformation.

The choledochal cyst (CC) can be better termed as biliary tract malformation because of the close association of embryology and etiology in the causation of CC. Contrary to Babbitt's postulation of reflux, damage and dilatation, reflux was not demonstrable as the causative factor in all varieties of CC. High pressure in the biliary system, otherwise termed ductal hypertension, is put forth as an alternative to explain the evolution of CC.

A Comparative Study on Survivors Versus Non-Survivors Among Diabetic Patients Having Mucormycosis.

Introduction Mucormycosis is a rare opportunistic fungal infection caused by fungi belonging to the Mucorales order and Mucoraceae family. It ranks as the third most prevalent angioinvasive fungal infection, following aspergillosis and candidiasis. This severe infection typically affects individuals with compromised immune systems, including those with hematological malignancies like leukemia and lymphoma, individuals who have undergone stem cell transplants, and people with diabetes mellitus.