Effects of Acetaldehyde on Intestinal Barrier Function

Elhaseen E. Elamin*, Ad A. Masclee, Daisy M. Jonkers

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Ethanol-induced epithelial barrier dysfunction increases the risk of inflammatory and carcinogenic diseases. Acetaldehyde, being a key metabolite of ethanol metabolism, is highly mutagenic and cytotoxic, but also has a strong potency to affect the apical junctional complex between epithelial cells. This chapter briefly outlines how acetaldehyde can reach and be generated in the small and large intestine, involving both host enzymes, and the intestinal microbiota. Then, the scientific evidence on effects of acetaldehyde on the intestinal barrier, and possible underlying mechanisms are summarized. Finally, modification of acetaldehyde-induced intestinal barrier dysfunction by various dietary components will be outlined. © 2016 Copyright
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMolecular Aspects of Alcohol and Nutrition: A Volume in the Molecular Nutrition Series
EditorsVinood B. Patel
PublisherElsevier Inc.
Chapter14
Pages171-186
Number of pages16
ISBN (Electronic)9780128010037
ISBN (Print)9780128007730
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2016

Keywords

  • Acetaldehyde
  • Barrier
  • Epithelium
  • Intestine
  • Tight junction

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