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Sex hormones also directly influence vascular smooth muscle cell phenotype switching, as estrogen has been found to be protective, while testosterone may enhance inflammation. Novel biomarkers and molecular regulators have emerged as potential targets, revealing new avenues for abdominal aortic aneurysm treatment.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Summary<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Gut dysbiosis contributes to abdominal aortic aneurysm progression through inflammation, vascular smooth muscle cell dysfunction, and immune activation. 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