BGI Genomics links oral bacteria transmission to stomach cancer in Chinese patients
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 27
BGI Genomics links oral bacteria transmission to stomach cancer in Chinese patients
7 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 27
The study analyzed saliva and stool samples from 404 Chinese patients with gastric cancer or chronic gastritis, revealing 28 distinct gut species, mostly oral bacteria such as Streptococcus and lactobacillus.
Researchers found that 20 oral-gut species were more common in the guts of gastric cancer patients, suggesting mouth bacteria migrate to the gut and are strongly associated with stomach cancer.
While the findings highlight the oral-gut microbiome axis's role in gastric cancer, causation is unproven. Experts note potential for early detection using saliva, but clinical application requires further research.
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