Recurrent Clostridium difficile colitis in elderly: the role of fidaxomicin

Clostridium difficile colitis is a substantial cause of in-hospital morbidity. Since the mortality attributable may be as high as 10%, a prompt and effective treatment is advisable. Fidaxomicin is a well-documented effective drug for the treatment of C. difficile colitis and it is particularly effec...

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Main Authors: Francesco Artom, Valerio Del Bono
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SEEd 2014-12-01
Series:Clinical Management Issues
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Online Access:https://journals.seedmedicalpublishers.com/index.php/cmi/article/view/954