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- Microbiome dysbiosis, or imbalance in gut bacteria, is linked to kidney stone disease (KSD) and affects various body processes.
- Research is currently limited, making it uncertain if interventions targeting the microbiome will be effective in treating KSD.
- Future studies should focus on boosting butyrate-producing pathways, along with exploring dietary and supplement options for preventing or treating KSD.
Article Abstract
Microbiome dysbiosis is closely related to the etiology of kidney stone disease (KSD) and influences a multitude of pathways. Due to our knowledge gaps on this topic, it is still unclear if microbiome interventions can be translated to demonstrate clinical efficacy. Current evidence suggests that the enhancement of butyrate-producing pathways should be the next step for KSD research. While we are not yet at a point where we can make clinical recommendations for KSD, there are many simple dietary or supplement-based approaches that could be applied in the future for prophylaxis or treatment of KSD.
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