Effects of Exosomes Derived From Outer Membrane Vesicle-Infected Hepatocytes on Hepatic Stellate Cell Activation and Liver Fibrosis Induction.

Liver fibrosis is a multifactorial disease with microbial and non-microbial causes. In recent years, infection has been thought to play a critical role in some extra-gastrointestinal manifestations especially liver disorders. Outer membrane vesicles (OMVs) are one of the most important discussed virulence factors.