Impact of perinatal antibiotic exposure on the infant gut microbiota at one year of age

What is it about?

Administration of antibiotics to mothers perinatally and to infants at birth was found to modify infant gut microbiota at one year of age.

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Why is it important?

This study identifies antibiotic-associated modifications to the infant gut microbiota, prompting consideration of the implications of perinatal antibiotic exposure.