Luis Rodrigo

University of Oviedo

Luis Rodrigo, MD, is a distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of Oviedo, Spain. With an extensive academic career, he has made significant contributions to the field of medicine. Throughout his professional journey, he has amassed an impressive body of work, including over 500 scientific publications, 20 books, and 58 book chapters. Dr. Rodrigo\'s expertise in gastroenterology is well recognized. He began his medical specialization in 1972 and went on to hold key positions in the field. In 1976, he became the Chief of Section in Gastroenterology at the University Hospital Central of Asturias (Spain), a role he held until 1988 when he assumed the prestigious position of Chief of Service. His commitment to academic excellence led him to join the University of Oviedo, where he served as a Titular Professor in Medicine from 1983 until 2009. Since 2010, he has held the esteemed position of Full Professor in Medicine at the same institution, and in 2014, he was honored with the title of Emeritus Professor. Dr. Rodrigo\'s impact extends beyond his own accomplishments. Over the course of 42 years, he has mentored and guided approximately 100 specialists in gastroenterology as part of the National Program of Fellowship, contributing to the development of the next generation of medical professionals. His research contributions are widely recognized both nationally and internationally. He has authored or co-authored 434 scientific papers written in English and 282 in Spanish. Additionally, Dr. Rodrigo has authored 58 chapters in books focused on gastroenterology and has written 20 books exploring various aspects of \"Gastroenterological Diseases\" as well as other digestive and liver disorders.

Luis Rodrigo

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The intestine is the largest digestive organ in the human body and one of the largest organs in contact with the outside world. In addition to digesting food to facilitate the absorption of nutrients, it has a variety of other functions, including the transmission of information and regulation of the metabolism. Due to its unique structure, the intestine is constantly exposed to various antigens and microbes. To protect the body from pathogens, while also maintaining a stable environment, the human intestinal tract has evolved unique regional immune characteristics maintained by the mature intestinal mucosal immune system. This intricate system involves intestinal epithelial cells, and intestinal lymphoid tissue composed of Peyer’s patches, isolated lymphoid follicles, mesenteric lymph nodes, and so on. The congenital and adaptive immune mechanisms created by the unique structure, function, and microenvironment of the intestine differ from those of the central and peripheral immune organs forming the regional immunity of the intestine. Intestinal flora also plays an important role in maintaining intestinal homeostasis, altering the structure and function of the immune system, reshaping the immune microenvironment, and promoting interference with the development of specific diseases. In fact, the immune function of the intestinal region directly affects the development of many intestine-specific diseases. However, the integrity of this function depends on the expression of congenital genes and the regulation of the neuroendocrine system. The microenvironment created by intestinal flora and its products also affects the immunity of the intestinal region. In early life, appropriate intestinal colonization by specific microflora stimulates the maturation of the intestinal mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue. If the appropriate intestinal flora fails to form during this life stage, the function of the intestinal immune system becomes impaired, leading to increased incidence and/or morbidity of certain intestinal diseases, including ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and others.

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Immunology of the GI Tract IntechOpen
Immunology of the GI Tract Recent Advances Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Immunology of the GI Tract

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

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Hepatitis B IntechOpen
Hepatitis B Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Hepatitis B

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Advances in Hepatology IntechOpen
Advances in Hepatology Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Advances in Hepatology

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Osteoporosis IntechOpen
Osteoporosis Recent Advances, New Perspectives and Applica... Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Osteoporosis

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

E. Coli Infections IntechOpen
E. Coli Infections Importance of Early Diagnosis and Efficient T... Edited by Luis Rodrigo

E. Coli Infections

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Hepatitis B and C IntechOpen
Hepatitis B and C Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Hepatitis B and C

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Bile Duct Cancer IntechOpen
Bile Duct Cancer Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Bile Duct Cancer

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Iron Deficiency Anemia IntechOpen
Iron Deficiency Anemia Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Celiac Disease IntechOpen
Celiac Disease From the Bench to the Clinic Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Celiac Disease

Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Advances in Pancreatic Cancer IntechOpen
Advances in Pancreatic Cancer Edited by Luis Rodrigo

Advances in Pancreatic Cancer

Edited by Luis Rodrigo