Opinion|Videos|August 26, 2024

Epidemiology of C. difficile Infections in the US

A panel of experts provide an overview of the epidemiology of Clostridioides difficile infections, highlighting diagnostic practices and the role of antimicrobial stewardship.

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  • How often do we see C. difficile infections (CDI) in the general population in the US?

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