BGI Genomics researchers link oral bacteria transmission to gastric cancer development
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 27
BGI Genomics researchers link oral bacteria transmission to gastric cancer development
7 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 27
The study analyzed 404 samples from Chinese patients, identifying 28 differing gut species, mostly oral bacteria, in gastric cancer cases.
Twenty oral-gut species were more common in the gut of gastric cancer patients, suggesting mouth-to-gut bacterial transmission. Researchers propose saliva and stool samples could help detect stomach cancer risk patterns.
Experts highlight the potential for early detection and prevention by targeting the oral-gut microbiome axis, but emphasize that more research is needed before clinical application, as the current findings show association, not causation.
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