Matsubara T

PurposeGroin hernia repair is one of the most common surgical procedures worldwide. In Japan, nationwide studies have described overall surgical volumes and procedural characteristics; however, comprehensive analyses focusing on age- and se…

BackgroundBacteria can influence a variety of gut functions. Some studies showed that stool consistency and constipation were associated with gut microbiome (GM) composition, and enterotype, dysbiosis. Growing evidence indicates the signifi…