| Literature DB >> 32405628 |
Laura Michie1, Haley O Tucker1.
Abstract
This review discusses the current state of knowledge surrounding the role of commensal bacteria in supporting intestinal mucosal barrier protection. We focus on two aspects of physical barrier function: Tight junction maintenance and mucus production.Entities:
Keywords: Commensal microbiota; Intestinal mucosa; Mucus layers; Tight junctions
Year: 2019 PMID: 32405628 PMCID: PMC7220026
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Adv Res Endocrinol Metab ISSN: 2689-8209