| Literature DB >> 11209501 |
A M Bombassaro1, S J Wetmore, M A John.
Abstract
Clostridium difficile-induced diarrhea and colitis are common complications of therapeutic courses of antibiotics in the hospital setting. We report a case of Clostridium difficile colitis following antibiotic prophylaxis for endocarditis prior to dental procedures in the community setting. The infection necessitated hospital admission and a prolonged hospital stay. Dental practitioners must be aware of the significance of the disease and the risk associated with antibiotics, whether they are used for prophylaxis or treatment.Entities:
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Year: 2001 PMID： 11209501
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Can Dent Assoc ISSN： 0709-8936 Impact factor: 1.316