Overview of the Efficacy of Using Probiotics for Neurosurgical and Potential Neurosurgical Patients
Sabina Fijan,
Tomaž Šmigoc
Abstract:This review delves into the emerging field of the gut microbiota–brain axis, emphasizing its bidirectional communication and implications for neurological health, particularly in trauma and neurosurgery. While disruptions in this axis can lead to dysbiosis and hinder neurological recovery, recent studies have highlighted the therapeutic potential of interventions like probiotics in targeting this axis. This review aims to focus on the efficacy of probiotic supplementation to support the gut microbiota–brain ax… Show more
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