Opinion|Videos|September 23, 2024

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation for C. difficile Infections

The panel review data from foundational studies on fecal microbiota transplantation in patients with C. difficile infections.

Video content above is prompted by the following:

  • What is the rationale behind FMT treatment? When is FMT recommended in CDI?
  • What is the foundational data for FMT in CDI?

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