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Review
. 2014 Feb;30(1):79-93.
doi: 10.1016/j.cger.2013.10.008.

Clostridium difficile infection in the elderly

Jonathan M Keller  1 , Christina M Surawicz
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Clostridium difficile infection in the elderly

Jonathan M Keller et al. Clin Geriatr Med. 2014 Feb.

Abstract

Clostridium difficile-associated illness is an increasingly prevalent and morbid condition. The elderly population is at a disproportionate risk of developing symptomatic disease and associated complications, including progression to severe or fulminant disease, and development of recurrent infections. This article analyzes the factors that influence C difficile disease propensity and severity, with particular attention directed toward features relevant to the rapidly aging population.

Keywords: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea; Clostridium difficile; Elderly.

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