Clinical review of Clostridium difficile infection: an update on treatment and prevention.

Abstract:

INTRODUCTION:Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) has become a significant healthcare-associated infection and is strongly associated with antibiotic use. Practice guidelines have recently been revised incorporating updated recommendations for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. AREAS COVERED:This review discusses updated aspects of CDI management. New and emerging pharmacologic options for treatment and prevention are reviewed. EXPERT OPINION:Metronidazole is associated with lower rates of treatment success compared to vancomycin and should no longer be used as primary therapy for the first episode of CDI or recurrent disease. Vancomycin or fidaxomicin are now recommended for first-line therapy for most cases of CDI. Fecal microbiota transplant is effective and safe for the treatment of recurrent CDI. Evidence supports the use of fidaxomicin and bezlotoxumab for prevention of recurrent CDI; however, the costs associated with these therapies may limit their use. Validated risk prediction tools are needed to identify patients most likely to benefit from these treatments. Future advancements in microbiota targeting treatments will emerge as promising alternatives to standard CDI treatments. Antibiotic stewardship and infection control measures will remain essential components for CDI management.

authors

Daniels LM,Kufel WD

doi

10.1080/14656566.2018.1524872

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Has Abstract

pub_date

2018-11-01 00:00:00

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1759-1769

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16

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1465-6566

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1744-7666

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19

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