Comparison of Gut Microbiomes Between Neonates Born by Cesarean Section and Vaginal Delivery: Prospective Observational Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: Balanced diversity and abundance of gut microbiome play important roles in human health, including neonatal health. Though not established, there is evidence that the delivery route could alter the diversity of neonatal gut microbiomes. Objective: The objective of the study was to investigate the differences in the gut microbiomes of neonates delivered via cesarean section compared to those born by vaginal delivery and to identify the predominant microbial taxa present in each group. Study Design: A prospective observational study of 281 healthy neonates born between February 2021 and April 2023 at Her Royal Highness Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Medical Center, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand, was performed. The study population was divided into two groups:

SUBMITTER: Pahirah N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11620805 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature