Periodic Reporting for period 1 - GallBiome (Characterization of the Human Gallbladder Microbiome)

Cholecystitis, or inflammation of the gallbladder, occurs due to gallstone production or blockages in the cystic ducts and causes severe pain (biliary colic) and fever, often requiring surgery. When bile flow is interrupted, a number of secondary problems such as fat-soluble...