Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	119606
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Opinion Review
Article Title	Traditional Chinese medicines in regulating gut microbiome: Mechanisms and therapeutic applications
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Zhuo Fu
Funding Agency and Grant Number	Funding Agency Grant Number the First-Class Discipline Research Project of the Department of Education of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region YLXKZX-NMD-008 the Research Initiation Project of Science and Technology Department of Inner Mongolia Minzu University KYQD23014
Corresponding Author	Zhuo Fu, Lecturer, PhD, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Inner Mongolia Minzu University, No. 996 Xilamulun Street, Tongliao 028000, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China. fzwork@126.com
Key Words	Traditional Chinese medicines; Gut microbiome; Modulating patterns; Microbiota-related diseases; Controversies
Core Tip	The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in regulating physiological homeostasis and the development of diseases. This review explores the recent advancements and ongoing debates regarding the impact of Traditional Chinese Medicines on gut microbial communities, and delineates future research directions for addressing diseases associated with gut microbial dysbiosis.
Citation	Fu Z. Traditional Chinese medicines in regulating gut microbiome: Mechanisms and therapeutic applications. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press

Received	2026-02-02 01:17
Peer-Review Started	2026-02-02 01:19
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-03-09 08:34
Return for Revision	2026-03-09 08:34
Revised	2026-04-15 13:48
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Second Decision by Editor	2026-05-26 02:37
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-05-26 03:39
Articles in Press	2026-05-26 03:39
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ISSN	1948-9366 (online)
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