Gut-Skin Axis: Unravelling the Link Between Gut Microbiome and Chronic Kidney Disease-Related Skin Lesions

Abstract: It is well known that skin lesions are among the most common complications of chronic kidney disease (CKD), which significantly impact the patient's quality of life. Research has demon-strated that gut and skin lesions are closely interconnected and affect each other. This interaction is referred to as the "gut-skin axis" and the intestinal microbiota plays a critical role in this interaction. Changes in gut microbiota composition and function are associated with the development of skin diseases, which are part of the "gut-skin axis". Presently, preliminary results have been demonstrat-ed in basic and clinical research on CKD skin lesions. With further research, the "gut-skin axis" theory can provide new ideas for treating CKD skin lesions and may become a potential treatment target