Furry friends fight gut bugs: study tests pet power against antibiotic side effects
NCT ID NCT05622721
First seen Mar 16, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study looks at whether having close contact with pets can protect the gut microbiome from damage caused by antibiotics and lower the risk of C. difficile infection. Researchers will follow 200 adults receiving dental implants who need antibiotics, tracking changes in their gut bacteria and any C. difficile presence over 90 days. The goal is to understand if sharing microbes with pets can help prevent gut problems.
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The Robert Schattner Center, University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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