Vagus Nerve Stimulation: A New Approach to Combat IBD Inflammation
Researchers at Duke University have found that stimulating the vagus nerve can reduce gut inflammation in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) by affecting SUMOylation, a process involved in immune response. This approach, which has shown promising results in mice, could lead to new therapies targeting inflammation directly, offering hope for the growing number of IBD patients worldwide. The study highlights the potential of bioelectronic medicine in managing chronic inflammatory conditions.