BACTERIOTHERAPY Meaning and
Definition
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Bacteriotherapy is a medical term that refers to the therapeutic use of live bacteria or a mixture of bacteria to treat various health conditions, particularly those associated with the imbalance or disruption of the natural microbial flora in the body. It is also known as fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) or fecal bacteriotherapy.
The term "bacteriotherapy" combines the words "bacteria" and "therapy" to signify the treatment of diseases or disorders by introducing specific beneficial bacteria into the body. This form of therapy is primarily used to restore or re-establish a healthy bacterial composition in the gut, which plays a crucial role in digestion, immune system regulation, and overall well-being.
Bacteriotherapy involves collecting stool samples from a healthy donor, typically a family member, and processing it to extract live bacteria or fecal matter rich in beneficial microorganisms. These fecal samples are then transplanted into the gastrointestinal tract of the recipient, either through colonoscopy, enema, nasogastric tube, or oral capsules.
Bacteriotherapy has shown promising results in treating conditions such as recurrent Clostridium difficile infection, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, and even certain metabolic disorders. By introducing a diverse range of beneficial bacteria into the gut, bacteriotherapy aims to restore a healthy microbiome and improve the patient's condition.
However, it is essential to note that bacteriotherapy is still an emerging field of research, and its long-term effects and efficacy in different conditions are yet to be fully understood. Further studies and clinical trials are needed to determine its safety, appropriate applications, and potential benefits.
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Treatment of disease by means of bacteria or their products.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for BACTERIOTHERAPY
- vacteriotherapy
- nacteriotherapy
- hacteriotherapy
- gacteriotherapy
- bzcteriotherapy
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- baxteriotherapy
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- bafteriotherapy
- badteriotherapy
- bacreriotherapy
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Etymology of BACTERIOTHERAPY
The word "bacteriotherapy" is derived from the combination of two root words: "bacterio" and "therapy".1. "Bacterio" is derived from the Greek word "bakterion" (βακτήριον), which means "rod" or "staff". It is the diminutive form of "bakteria" (βακτηρία), meaning "staff, cane, rod". This term was first used to describe the shape of bacterial cells, which often appear as rod-shaped under a microscope.2. "Therapy" is derived from the Greek word "therapeia" (θεραπεία), which means "service, medical treatment, or cure". It is linked to the verb "therapeuo" (θεραπεύω), meaning "to attend, treat medically, or cure".
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