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Authors’ response to “Beyond observation: genetic evidence linking Ruminococcus B gnavus and Egerieenecus merdigallinarum to kidney function traits”

Key takeaways

This study found a link between gut bacteria and kidney function decline. The genetic data suggest these bacteria may cause inflammation in the kidneys, but- a large human trial is needed to confirm causality.

Source

Paper · Kidney International · 2026-09-01
https://www.kidney-international.org/article/S0085-2538(26)00416-3/fulltext?rss=yes