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Bacterial overgrowth

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Abstract

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY SIBO occurs when normal defensive functions, such as gastric acid, pancreatic and biliary secretions, the presence of mucus, and intestinal motility, are disrupted and stasis ensues. Absence of the ileocecal valve in the distal small bowel, which acts as a mechanical barrier against the colonization of the small bowel with colonic bacteria, promotes SIBO.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPediatric Gastroenterology
Subtitle of host publicationA Color Handbook
PublisherCRC Press
Pages215-218
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9781482217902
ISBN (Print)9781138428683
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2014

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