Diagnosis of Recurrent C Difficile Infections

The panelist discusses how recurrent Clostridioides difficile infections involve complex differential diagnosis, including persistent infection, reinfection, and other gastrointestinal conditions. Definitive diagnosis requires molecular and immunological testing of stool samples to detect toxin genes and active toxin production.

EP: 1.The Role of Testing for C Difficile in Clinical Practice

EP: 2.Utilizing Antibiotics in Treatment of C Difficile

EP: 3.Examining FMT for Patients With Recurrent C Difficile infections

EP: 4.Exploring Rebyota for Recurrent C Difficile Infections

EP: 5.Key Data Supporting the Use of Rebyota in Patients With Recurrent C Difficile Infections

EP: 6.Vowst as a Potential Option for Patients With Recurrent C Difficile Infections

EP: 7.Management of Recurrent C Difficile Infections in the Future

EP: 8.Key Background Information on Recurrent C. Difficile Infections

EP: 9.Importance of Early Detection of Recurrent C Difficile Infections

EP: 10.Impact of Recurrent C Difficile Infection on Costs and Patient Quality of Life

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EP: 11.Diagnosis of Recurrent C Difficile Infections

EP: 12.Common Comorbidities Associated With Recurrent C Difficile Infections

EP: 13.Unmet Needs With Recurrent C Difficile Infections

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• What is in your differential diagnosis when considering recurrent C difficile infections?
• How is a definitive diagnosis made?

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