BACKGROUND Disruptions in the early-life gut microbiome have been reported to be associated with various health conditions. However, few studies have investigated the establishment of the gut microbiota in the immediate postnatal period. AIM To characterize the gut microbiota of neonates within the first 100 hours after birth. METHODS A total of 512 healthy neonates born at a tertiary hospital were enrolled in this study. Stool samples were collected between March 2024 and December 2024 and cate
Distinct early gut microbiota patterns by delivery mode within 100 hours of birth
Palittiya Sintusek·Sunchai Payungporn·Suthida Visedthorn·Kittima Phutthawong·Tanawan Noicharoen·Areewan Soontornsook·Duc Long Tran·Pavit Klomkliew