Gut Microbes (Dec 2024)

Microbiota and glioma: a new perspective from association to clinical translation

  • Wenhui Wang,
  • Zihao Ou,
  • Xixin Huang,
  • Jingyu Wang,
  • Qianbei Li,
  • Minghui Wen,
  • Lei Zheng

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/19490976.2024.2394166
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 16, no. 1

Abstract

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Gliomas pose a significant challenge in oncology due to their malignant nature, aggressive growth, frequent recurrence, and complications posed by the blood-brain barrier. Emerging research has revealed the critical role of gut microbiota in influencing health and disease, indicating its possible impact on glioma pathogenesis and treatment responsiveness. This review focused on existing evidence and hypotheses on the relationship between microbiota and glioma from progression to invasion. By discussing possible mechanisms through which microbiota may affect glioma biology, this paper offers new avenues for targeted therapies and precision medicine in oncology.

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