Clinical Practice Guidelines for CDI in Adults and Children: 2017 Update

Current - Antimicrobial Stewardship, C. difficile, Clinical Practice, Guidelines, Quality Improvement
Author:
IDSA and SHEA
Published:
February 22, 2018
Abstract:

IDSA and SHEA update to the 2010 clinical practice guideline on Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) in adults, incorporating recommendations for children (following the adult recommendations for epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment) and significant changes in the management of CDI reflecting the evolving controversy over best methods for diagnosis. This evidence-based guideline updates recommendations regarding epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment, infection prevention, and environmental management.

Authors: McDonald LC, Gerding D, Johnson S, Bakken J, Carroll K, Coffin S, Dubberke E, Garey K, Gould C, Kelly C, Loo V, Sammons JS, Sandora T, Wilcox M

Partial Update: January 2021

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