Efficacy of computed tomography for the prediction of colectomy and mortality in patients with clostridium difficile infection

Conclusion We designed a CT scale to predict colectomy, able to rule out the development of fulminant colitis and the need for surgical procedure. Patients with wall thickening of the caecum, ascending, descending or sigmoid colon were more likely to die within 30 days of CDI diagnosis.
Source: Annals of Medicine and Surgery - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research