# The Role of Mycobacterium indicus pranii in Sepsis Management: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Outcomes and Therapeutic Potential

**Authors:** Devshree Dhande, Archana Dhok, Ashish Anjankar, Shailesh Nagpure, Roshani Ganjare

PMC · DOI: 10.7759/cureus.66772 · Cureus · 2024-08-13

## TL;DR

This paper reviews how Mycobacterium indicus pranii (MIP) may help manage sepsis by modulating the immune response and reducing inflammation.

## Contribution

The paper provides a comprehensive review of MIP's therapeutic potential as an adjunctive treatment for sepsis.

## Key findings

- MIP shows immunomodulatory effects by enhancing immune responses and reducing excessive inflammation.
- Clinical trials suggest MIP improves outcomes and reduces sepsis-related complications.
- MIP's ability to modulate cytokine storms positions it as a promising adjunctive therapy.

## Abstract

Sepsis is a critical condition characterized by a dysregulated immune response to infection, leading to systemic inflammation, multi-organ failure, and high mortality rates. Current treatments primarily involve antibiotics and supportive care, which address the infection and stabilize hemodynamics but do not directly modulate the inflammatory response. This limitation highlights the need for novel therapeutic approaches. This review aims to evaluate the role of Mycobacterium indicus pranii (MIP) in sepsis management, focusing on its clinical outcomes and therapeutic potential. By examining preclinical and clinical evidence, we seek to understand the efficacy, safety, and practical applications of MIP in treating sepsis.

A comprehensive review of existing literature was conducted, including preclinical studies, clinical trials, and case reports involving MIP. The review synthesizes findings related to its mechanism of action, therapeutic efficacy, and safety profile. MIP has demonstrated significant immunomodulatory effects, including enhancing innate and adaptive immune responses and reducing excessive inflammation. Clinical trials have shown promising results, with MIP improving clinical outcomes and reducing sepsis-related complications. The agent's unique ability to modulate the cytokine storm associated with sepsis positions it as a potential adjunctive therapy. MIP offers a novel approach to managing sepsis by addressing immune dysregulation and inflammation. The evidence suggests that MIP could be a valuable adjunct to current treatments, improving patient outcomes and addressing some limitations of conventional therapies. Further research is needed to establish its role in clinical practice and to optimize treatment protocols.

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** infection (MESH:D007239), multi-organ failure (MESH:D009102), immune dysregulation (OMIM:614878), inflammation (MESH:D007249), Sepsis (MESH:D018805)
- **Species:** Mycobacterium intracellulare subsp. intracellulare (subspecies) [taxon 35617], Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606]

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