Fecal Microbiota Transplantation and Emerging Treatments for Clostridium difficile Infection

The objective of this article is to present a review on the background, microbiologic efficacy, clinical efficacy, and safety of fecal microbiota transplantation and to provide an overview of emerging treatment options currently under investigation. Emerging treatment options discussed include the use of monoclonal antibodies directed against toxins A and B, C difficile vaccination, and transplantation of nontoxigenic C difficile strains.
Source: Journal of Pharmacy Practice - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Tags: Theme Articles Source Type: research