Clostridium difficile: An update

Jonathan Gonenne; Darrell S. Pardi

doi:10.1385/COMP:30:3:134

Clostridium difficile: An update

Jonathan Gonenne, Darrell S. Pardi

Gastroenterology and Hepatology

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Abstract

Clostridium difficile causes a spectrum of diarrheal illness with the potential for major medical consequences. Although most cases respond quickly to treatment, C. difficile colitis may be severe and life threatening. Recurrent disease represents a particularly challenging problem.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	134-140
Number of pages	7
Journal	Comprehensive Therapy
Volume	30
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1385/COMP:30:3:134
State	Published - Sep 2004

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