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World J Diabetes. Jul 15, 2026; 17(7): 118334
Published online Jul 15, 2026. doi: 10.4239/wjd.118334
Published online Jul 15, 2026. doi: 10.4239/wjd.118334
Figure 1 Schematic illustration of how hyperglycemia and heavy metals co-induce dysbiosis (e.
g., Sutterella), gut barrier breakdown, microglial activation, and neuronal injuries. LPS: Lipopolysaccharide; TNF-α: Tumor necrosis factor α; COX-2: Cyclooxygenase-2; HIGH: Elevated blood glucose concentration.
- Citation: Gouda MM. Gut-brain axis under attack: Links between diabetes, environmental toxicants, and neurodegeneration. World J Diabetes 2026; 17(7): 118334
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-9358/full/v17/i7/118334.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4239/wjd.118334