By Anat Galor, Jun Sun

Microbiome and the Eye: What’s the connection? is an insightful book that explores the fascinating link between the microbiome and eye health. Authored by Anat Galor and Jun Sun, the book delves into the intricate relationship between alterations in the gut and eye microbiomes and their impact on systemic immune function, particularly in relation to ocular health.

Understanding the Microbiome-Eye Connection

The human body is inhabited by trillions of microorganisms, collectively known as the microbiome. These microorganisms play a crucial role in maintaining overall health, including immune system function. Recent research has uncovered a connection between the gut microbiome and various diseases, and the eye is no exception.

Microbiome and the Eye: What’s the connection? is divided into two sections, each shedding light on different aspects of this connection. The first section explores how alterations in the gut microbiome can impact various components of health, focusing specifically on the immune system and inflammatory mediators. This provides a valuable foundation for understanding the complex relationship between gut health and overall well-being.

The second section dives into the impacts of gut dysbiosis on a range of ocular diseases. From ocular surface diseases like dry eye to more severe conditions like keratitis, uveitis, glaucoma, and retinopathy, the book examines the potential links between these eye diseases and the composition of the gut microbiome.

Translating Research for Researchers and Clinicians

What sets Microbiome and the Eye: What’s the connection? apart is its translational approach. The book is designed to be accessible to both researchers and clinicians, enabling them to better understand the mechanisms through which gut and eye microbiomes influence health in multiple compartments, particularly in relation to eye diseases.

For researchers, the book provides valuable insight into the clinical eye diseases that have been linked to abnormalities in the gut microbiome. This knowledge can guide future studies exploring gut microbiome manipulations as potential treatments for specific eye diseases.

Clinicians, on the other hand, can benefit from understanding how the composition of the gut microbiome can impact health beyond the gut. This knowledge can help them develop more holistic approaches to treating ocular diseases by considering the role of the microbiome in overall immune function.

Product Details

Publisher: Academic Press

Publication Date: July 15, 2023

Language: English

Format: eBook Digital

Page Count: 210 pages

ISBN-10: 0323983383

ISBN-13: 978-0323983389