Fusobacterium nucleatum
Cross-source consensus on Fusobacterium nucleatum from 1 sources and 6 claims.
1 sources · 6 claims
How it works
Risks & contraindications
Evidence quality
Highlighted claims
- Fusobacterium nucleatum is an oral pathogen that plays a significant role in colon cancer development. — Oral Microbiome and Colon Cancer
- Once in circulation, fusobacterium nucleatum colonizes the colon and acts as a major trigger for cancer development. — Oral Microbiome and Colon Cancer
- Colon cancer tissue removed surgically contains fusobacterium nucleatum at concentrations hundreds of times higher than expected. — Oral Microbiome and Colon Cancer
- Fusobacterium nucleatum enters the bloodstream through micro traumas caused by routine dental activities such as flossing, brushing, and professional cleaning. — Oral Microbiome and Colon Cancer
- Animal studies provide direct causal evidence that fusobacterium nucleatum implanted in the colon causes colon cancer. — Oral Microbiome and Colon Cancer
- Fusobacterium nucleatum is also implicated in breast cancer development. — Oral Microbiome and Colon Cancer