Colonization Resistance & Pathogenic Bacteria

Colonization resistance is one of the primary advantages, referring to the gut's capacity to prevent Pathogenic Bacteria that can cause disease from establishing themselves. Various mechanisms have been identified that affect how the microbiota can offer this resistance. However, these mechanisms are frequently specific to the context and rely on certain strains or species of bacteria.
Spragge et al. 2023 Science 382: eadj3502

The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in preventing Salmonella enterica enterica Typhimurium invasion through a process called [coloniza…