Overview
Bifidobacterium is a genus of bacteria commonly found in the gut microbiota of infants and adults. While generally considered beneficial, certain species or strains can, in rare instances, cause infections, particularly in vulnerable populations.Diagnosis
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Special Populations
Probiotic supplements, including those containing Bifidobacterium*, have shown efficacy in promoting the health of premature infants 2.Key Recommendations
References
1 von Bünau R, Erhardt A, Stange E. Comment on Depoorter, L.; Vandenplas, Y. Probiotics in Pediatrics. A Review and Practical Guide. . Nutrients 2022. link 2 Chi C, Li C, Buys N, Wang W, Yin C, Sun J. Effects of Probiotics in Preterm Infants: A Network Meta-analysis. Pediatrics 2021. link