| Theme |
Cytomegalovirus enterocolitis and Clostridium difficile infection |
| Title |
Recent aspects of Clostridium difficile infection in patients with infl ammatory bowel disease |
| Author |
Kazuichi Okazaki |
Third Department of Internal Medicine, Kansai Medical University |
| Author |
Norimasa Fukata |
Third Department of Internal Medicine, Kansai Medical University |
| Author |
Fumi Matsui |
Third Department of Internal Medicine, Kansai Medical University |
| Author |
Mika Omiya |
Third Department of Internal Medicine, Kansai Medical University |
| Author |
Toshiro Fukui |
Third Department of Internal Medicine, Kansai Medical University |
| [ Summary ] |
Although a number of retrospective studies have pointed out an increase in the incidence of, severity of, and healthcare costs for Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) in infl ammatory bowel disease (IBD), the short- and long-term outcomes of IBD have been controversial. A prospective study of pediatric patients with IBD associated with CDI suggested worsening outcome. To conclude this important issue, more prospective multicenter studies are necessary. |