Awareness and acceptability of gut microbiome transfer

• DOI: 10.3389/fgstr.2024.1411898
• Publication Date: 2024-08-09T05:14:35Z
• Authors: Ry Yves Tweedie-C...; Brooke C. Wilson; José G. B. Derraik; Benjamin B. Albert; Keri Opai; Taygen Edwards; Justin M. O’Sullivan; Wayne S. Cutfield
• Keywords: Gut microbiome

Introduction Gut microbiome transfer (GMT or faecal transfer) is gaining increasing attention as a potential treatment for range of medical conditions. However, public awareness and acceptance are not well understood. Methods To better understand the perception in New Zealand, we undertook nationwide online survey. The anonymous survey was designed distributed between 2022-2023. Inclusion criteria included being aged 16 years older resident Zealand. Distribution channels social media advertising, posters areas, e-mail newsletters, facilitation company. Results A total 2441 completed surveys were analyzed. Most respondents (71%) had tertiary education, 59% female, with 62% identifying NZ European, 12% Māori, 3% Pacific peoples. findings identified high level acceptability, 76% having heard GMT, 96% indicating they would consider it if proven efficacious health condition had. High levels observed across all ethnicities. Encapsulated oral FMT preferred method. Discussion Primary concerns related to GMT diet, health, screening stool donors, demonstration safety efficacy. These will help inform professionals researchers about public’s needs preferences regarding GMT.