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Abstract
Postoperative delirium (POD) is associated with prolonged hospitalization, mortality, and long-term functional decline.
- Gut microbiota may play a role in the development of POD.
- The connection between gut microbiota and POD could involve pathways related to inflammation, neurotransmission, and metabolism.
- Current evidence linking gut microbiota to POD is heterogeneous and not fully conclusive.
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