Korean J Intern Med.  2016 Jan;31(1):30-35. 10.3904/kjim.2016.31.1.30.

The antibacterial effect of fatty acids on Helicobacter pylori infection

• Jung SW
• Lee SW

• KMID: 2373769
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3904/kjim.2016.31.1.30

Abstract

Eradication of Helicobacter pylori is recommended for the management of various gastric diseases, including peptic ulcers and mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma. Because of the increasing prevalence of antibiotic resistance, the eradication rates of antibiotic-based therapies have decreased. Therefore, alternative treatments should be considered. The antibacterial properties of fatty acids (FAs) have been investigated in various organisms, including H. pylori. Some FAs, particularly polyunsaturated FAs, have been shown to have bactericidal activity against H. pylori in vitro; however, their antibacterial effects in vivo remain controversial. Poor solubility and delivery of FAs may be important reasons for this discrepancy. Recently, a series of studies demonstrated the antibacterial effects of a liposomal formulation of linolenic acid against H. pylori, both in vitro and in vivo. Further research is needed to improve the bioavailability of FAs and apply them in clinical use.

Keyword

Helicobacter pylori; Fatty acids; Anti-bacterial agents; Liposomes; Drug delivery systems

MeSH Terms

Animals
Anti-Bacterial Agents/administration & dosage/*therapeutic use
Drug Delivery Systems
Fatty Acids/administration & dosage/*therapeutic use
Helicobacter Infections/diagnosis/*drug therapy/microbiology
Helicobacter pylori/*drug effects/pathogenicity
Humans
Liposomes
Treatment Outcome
Anti-Bacterial Agents
Fatty Acids
Liposomes