Treatment of Clostridioides difficile Infection and Non-compliance with Treatment Guidelines in Adults in 10 US Geographical Locations, 2013–2015
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DOI: 10.1007/s11606-019-05386-9
Abstract: Infectious Diseases Society of America/Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (IDSA/SHEA) guidelines describe recommended therapy for Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI). To describe CDI treatment and, among those with severe CDI, determine predictors of adherence to… read more here.
Keywords: cdi; treatment guidelines; treatment; guideline adherent ... See more keywords
Clostridioides difficile Infection: Clinical Practice and Health Outcomes in 6 Large Tertiary Hospitals in Eastern Australia
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofad232
Abstract: Abstract Background Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is associated with significant morbidity and mortality in both healthcare and community settings. We aimed to define the predisposing factors, risks for severe disease, and mortality determinants of CDI… read more here.
Keywords: clostridioides difficile; severe cdi; difficile infection; eastern australia ... See more keywords
Is Increased BMI a Risk Factor for Developing Severe Clostridioides Difficile Infection? A Retrospective Study
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DOI: 10.55729/2000-9666.1123
Abstract: Background Obesity is associated with a relative increase in bacterial phyla like firmicutes, which helps in the colonization of Clostridioides Difficile. Hypothesis Individuals with increased BMI (greater than 25) are more susceptible to severe Clostridioides… read more here.
Keywords: severe cdi; severe clostridioides; increased bmi; clostridioides difficile ... See more keywords