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Targeting the Gut-Lung Microbiome to Reduce Infections in Severe Pancreatitis

Severe acute pancreatitis is frequently complicated by hospital-acquired infections that worsen outcomes and prolong intensive care stays. New evidence suggests that modulating the microbiome may offer a preventive strategy. In a randomized clinical study, researchers investigated whether adding a fungal probiotic to standard enteral nutrition could reduce infections in critically ill patients. The study shows that probiotic supplementation was associated with a marked reduction in nosocomial infections, alongside measurable stabilization of both intestinal and respiratory microbiota. By suppressing harmful bacterial and fungal overgrowth while preserving microbial balance, the intervention highlights the potential of microbiome-targeted therapies as a complementary approach in managing severe pancreatitis.

March 3, 2026


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