Changes in gut bacteria linked to unexplained epilepsy in dogs

Fecal microbiomes were analyzed in 98 dogs, with 49 diagnosed with idiopathic epilepsy (IE) and 49 as controls.

• The study investigates the connection between gut microbiota and idiopathic epilepsy in dogs.
• Microbiome alterations may be associated with the presence of IE.
• 16S rRNA gene sequencing was used to characterize the microbiomes.
• The findings could contribute to understanding the role of the microbiome in neurological disorders.

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