Probiotics show promise for gut health in frail seniors on tube feeding
NCT ID NCT07437352
First seen Mar 04, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study looked at whether taking probiotics for 30 days can change the gut bacteria and increase helpful substances called short-chain fatty acids in frail elderly people who rely on home tube feeding. Researchers monitored 27 participants for digestive issues like constipation and diarrhea. The goal was to understand if probiotics could support better gut health in this vulnerable group.
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IRCCS INRCA Hospital
Ancona, 60127, Italy
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