What does FMT mean in MEDICAL

Fecal Microbiota Transfer (FMT) is a procedure that involves taking fecal matter from healthy donors and transplanting it into a patient in order to restore their gut microbial balance.

FMT has been used to treat many different conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease, chronic diarrhea, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, Clostridium difficile infections and other digestive issues. It may also have promise as a treatment for neurological disorders like Parkinson's Disease.

Yes, generally speaking FMT is considered safe with few reported side effects. However it can pose risks if performed incorrectly or when unscreened donors are used so it should only be undertaken under the guidance of an experienced health professional.

Donors must be carefully screened for infectious pathogens before qualifying as a potential donor for FMT purposes. Generally speaking they need to have no history of significant medical illness or antibiotic use in the recent past. A thorough physical exam will also be performed prior to acceptance as a donor candidate.