Use of Short Chain Fatty Acids in Cancer Prevention
AssigneeTemple University of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education
InventorsMark A. Feitelson, Helena M.G.P.V. Reis
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Abstract
The invention relates to compositions for preventing or delaying the onset of hepatocellular cancer. The compositions of the invention may comprise short chain fatty acids. The compositions of the invention may also comprise probiotic bacteria. The compositions of the invention include compositions for preventing or delaying the onset of hepatocellular cancer by treating or preventing liver inflammation, liver disease, and precancerous lesions.
Claims15
A method for preventing or delaying the onset of hepatocellular cancer in a subject, the method comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a composition comprising at least one short chain fatty acid.
A method for preventing or delaying the onset of hepatocellular cancer in a subject, the method comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a composition comprising at least one probiotic bacteria.
A kit for preventing or delaying the onset of hepatocellular cancer in a subject, said kit containing a composition comprising at least one short chain fatty acid.
A kit for preventing or delaying the onset of hepatocellular cancer in a subject, said kit containing a composition comprising at least one probiotic bacteria.
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