Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3282502 Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology 2013 23 Pages PDF
Abstract
Older age, high numbers of leukocytes in blood samples, an increased serum level of creatinine, gastric acid suppression, and use of narcotic medications were independently associated with development of severe-complicated CDI in hospitalized patients. Early aggressive monitoring and intervention could improve outcomes.
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