Progress on Lactobacillus and liver diseases

In recent years, more and more attention has been paid to the relationship between intestinal microecology and the occurrence and development of various liver diseases. Probiotics are getting more and more attention due to their beneficial functions such as improving intestinal barrier and activating immune function. Lactobacillus, as one of the main probiotics, is associated with the occurrence, development and prognosis of various liver diseases, especially in the treatment of alcoholic fatty liver disease and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. In order to provide reference for the clinical application of Lactobacillus in the regulation of intestinal flora in the treatment of liver diseases, this paper reviews the correlation between Lactobacillus and liver diseases and its application in the treatment of liver diseases. Key words: Intestinal flora; Lactobacillus; Liver diseases; Probiotics