• Characterization of gut microbiota composition and functions in patients with chronic alcohol overconsumption 

      Bjørkhaug, Steinar Traae; Aanes, Håvard; Neupane, Sudan Prasad; Bramness, Jørgen Gustav; Malvik, Stine; Henriksen, Christine; Skar, Viggo Øystein; Medhus, Asle Wilhelm; Valeur, Jørgen (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2019-03-20)
      Excessive alcohol intake can alter the gut microbiota, which may underlie the pathophysiology of alcohol-related diseases. We examined gut microbiota composition and functions in patients with alcohol overconsumption for >10 years, compared to a control group of patients with a history of no or low alcohol intake. Faecal microbiota composition was assessed by 16S rRNA sequencing. Gut microbiota ...