Fecal Microbiota Transplantation via Colonoscopy for Recurrent C. difficile Infection
Title:
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation via Colonoscopy for Recurrent C. difficile Infection
Author:
Allegretti, Jessica R.
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Publication Information:
Cambridge, MA MyJoVE Corp 2016
Physical Description:
online resource (426 seconds)
Series:
Medicine
General Note:
Title from resource description page
Abstract:
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation via colonoscopy is a safe and effective treatment for recurrent and refractory C.difficile infection. A systematic approach to patient and donor screening, preparation of stool, and delivery of the stool during the colonoscopy will maximize therapeutic success.
Reading Level:
For undergraduate, graduate, and professional students
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Electronic Access:
https://www.jove.com/t/52154