New Frontiers in Antibiotic Therapy in the Gastroenterology Field
A special issue of Antibiotics (ISSN 2079-6382). This special issue belongs to the section "Antibiotic Therapy in Infectious Diseases".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 69
Special Issue Editors
Interests: gut–liver axis; gut microbiota; fatty liver disease; viral hepatitis; COVID-19; antimicrobial resistance
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Antibiotic therapy plays a pivotal role in managing gastrointestinal (GI) infections, liver diseases, and microbiota-associated disorders. However, the rise of antimicrobial resistance, evolving gut microbiome research, and novel therapeutic approaches are reshaping the landscape of antibiotic use in gastroenterology. This Special Issue explores cutting-edge advancements, including targeted antibiotic strategies, microbiome-sparing therapies, and precision medicine approaches for GI infections and liver diseases. Additionally, we highlight the implications of gut dysbiosis, antimicrobial stewardship, and emerging alternatives such as bacteriophage therapy and microbiota-based interventions. By integrating microbiology, pharmacology, and clinical practice, this collection aims to provide insights into optimizing antibiotic use while mitigating resistance and preserving gut health. We invite contributions from researchers and clinicians to advance our understanding of the evolving role of antibiotics in gastroenterology and hepatology, paving the way for more effective and sustainable therapeutic strategies in this rapidly developing field.
Dr. Giuseppe Guido Maria Scarlata
Dr. Francesca Serapide
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- antibiotic therapy
- antimicrobial resistance
- gastroenterology
- infectious diseases
- microbiology
- gut–liver axis
- antimicrobial stewardship
- infection control
- biomarkers
- diagnosis
- epidemiology
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