Sonia Pérez‐Castro
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Sonia Pérez‐Castro is a clinical researcher whose work sits at the intersection of oncology, nutrition, and the gut microbiome. Her primary research focus is on the role of fungal nutraceuticals in modulating the gut microbiota and reducing systemic inflammation, particularly in the context of colorectal cancer surgery. Her most notable contribution is a landmark 2025 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, which investigates whether a combination of fungal extracts can reduce postoperative complications in patients undergoing curative-intent colorectal cancer surgery. This study is pioneering in its exploration of how fungal-based supplements—rather than traditional probiotics—can influence the fecal microbiota and inflammatory markers in a surgical oncology setting. While the paper is recent and has garnered initial citations, its design as a high-quality RCT positions it as a foundational work in the emerging field of myco-nutraceuticals for perioperative care. Pérez‐Castro’s work is particularly significant for students and researchers interested in the gut–immune axis, cancer supportive care, and the therapeutic potential of natural compounds. Her research offers a novel, evidence-based pathway for improving surgical outcomes through microbiome-targeted interventions.
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