Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	115767
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Traditional Chinese and Western multidisciplinary team approach for gut microbiome recovery postintestinal stoma closure
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Qian Zhou and Jian-Duo Xu
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Corresponding Author	Jian-Duo Xu, Department of General Surgery, Shijiazhuang People’s Hospital, No. 36 Fanxi Road, Chang’an District, Shijiazhuang 050000, Hebei Province, China. mm224323@163.com
Key Words	Intestinal stoma closure; Gut microbiome recovery; Traditional Chinese medicine; Western medicine; Multidisciplinary team
Core Tip	This retrospective study demonstrates that a multi-disciplinary team approach integrating Traditional Chinese medicine with standard Western medicine significantly enhances gut microbiome recovery after intestinal stoma closure. Compared to standard care, the multi-disciplinary team approach improved microbial diversity, reduced gastrointestinal symptoms, shortened hospital stays, and enhanced immunological, nutritional, and psychological outcomes. These findings highlight the potential of integrative medicine to offer a more holistic and effective strategy for improving postoperative recovery in this patient population, providing a novel direction for clinical practice.
Citation	Zhou Q, Xu JD. Traditional Chinese and Western multidisciplinary team approach for gut microbiome recovery postintestinal stoma closure. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press

Received	2025-10-24 07:35
Peer-Review Started	2025-10-24 07:35
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-11-06 08:45
Return for Revision	2025-11-06 08:45
Revised	2025-11-26 03:04
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-01-12 02:45
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-01-12 06:16
Articles in Press	2026-01-12 06:16
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ISSN	1948-9366 (online)
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