Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile

Clostridioides difficile (formerly Clostridium) causes a potentially life-threatening diarrhoea, which is acquired predominantly in hospitals. The incidence of infections caused by this organism has increased markedly over the past 20 years, although the incidence has fallen in the UK since a peak about 10 years ago. Suspicion of the condition should be high, and cases should be managed appropriately. Initiation of early treatment and rapid confirmation of diagnosis are critical to the management of C.
Source: Medicine - Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Tags: Prevention and control of infection Source Type: research