IDSA Updates Infectious Diarrhea Guidelines
The Infectious Diseases Society of America updated its guidelines for the management of acute or persistent infectious diarrhea.
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Effect of Diagnostic Test on Hospital Length of Stay for Patients with C difficile
The use of a nucleic acid assay (NAAT) for diagnosing Clostridium difficile infection demonstrated a significant reduced length of stay (LOS) for patients compared with a multi-step enzyme immunoassay-based strategy, according to data presented at the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) Microbe 2019, held in San Francisco, California, from June 20 to 24, 2019. C…
FDA Grand Rounds: Cyclospora cayetanensis
Though much has been done in an effort to close them, there are still significant gaps in knowledge and research advancement on outbreaks of infection with Cyclospora cayetanensis. In an effort to increase awareness of these gaps, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) held a Grand Rounds presentation on June 13, 2019, presented…
Uropathogenic E coli Infection Commonly Manifests As Traveler’s Diarrhea
After molecular testing, half of all travel-acquired ESBL-producing E coli strains qualified as pathogens, despite most being classified as extraintestinal pathogenic or uropathogenic.
Efficacy of Lactobacillus reuteri for Acute Gastroenteritis in Children
Among children under age 5 years with acute gastroenteritis, Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 as an adjunct to rehydration therapy did not reduce the duration of diarrhea compared with placebo.
Incidence of Foodborne Infection Increased in the United States in 2018
The incidence of foodborne infections in the United States increased during 2018 compared with between 2015 and 2017.
CDC: Salmonella Outbreaks Linked to Backyard Poultry
Backyard flocks of live poultry have been linked with Salmonella outbreaks that have sickened 52 people in 21 states.
NDA for Cominbation Rifabutin/Amoxicillin/Omeprazole Capsule for H pylori Submitted to FDA
The NDA for Talicia for the treatment of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection has been submitted to the FDA by RedHill Biopharma.
CDC: Foodborne Infections Increased From 2015 to 2018
From 2015 to 2018, the incidence of most foodborne infections increased.
Incidence Trends of Norovirus-Associated Acute Gastroenteritis
Laboratory-confirmed acute gastroenteritis surveillance in the US showed a dynamic prevalence and incidence variability of outpatient and inpatient community-acquired norovirus
Microbial Features Identified for Pediatric Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Microbial and metabolic features can distinguish children with irritable bowel syndrome from controls.
AGA Clinical Practice Update: DAAs for Hepatitis C and Hepatocellular Cancer
The AGA present an updated summary of best practice advice for surveillance of hepatocellular cancer and DAA therapy timing.
CDC: Raw Tuna Linked to Salmonella Outbreak in Seven States
Raw ground tuna supplied by Jensen Tuna is the likely source of the salmonella outbreak.
CDC: Still No Source As E coli Outbreak Grows to 96 Cases
US health officials say an outbreak of E coli illness from an unknown source has risen to 96 cases across five Eastern states.
Effect of Histo-Blood Group Antigen Status on Enteric Infections in Childhood
Histo-blood group antigens may affect the incidence of all-cause diarrhea and enteric infections in young children.
Antibiotics, PPIs Tied to Higher C Diff Risk in Hospitalized Children
Previous antibiotic exposure and use of PPIs may be risk factors for Clostridioides difficile infection in hospitalized pediatric patients.
Helicobacter pylori Infection Linked to Elevated Risk for Diabetes in Men
Helicobacter pylori infection is associated with a higher risk for type 2 diabetes developing.
CDC: GI, Respiratory Illnesses More Likely in Low-Income Children
Children from lower-income households are more likely to report recent childhood GI and respiratory illnesses but are less likely to miss any school days.
Early vs Delayed Cholecystectomy in Acute Cholangitis/Acute Cholecystitis
No significant differences in surgical complication risk were seen in early or delayed cholecystectomy for acute cholangitis and acute cholecystitis.
Drug-Resistant Salmonella Typhi Cases in Travelers Between Pakistan-US
A large outbreak of extensively drug-resistant typhoid fever in Pakistan during 2016-2018 resulted in 5 travel-related cases in the United States.
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation and Vancomycin for Recurrent C difficile
The combination of vancomycin and fecal microbiota transplantation was found to be superior to fidaxomicin or vancomycin for patients with recurrent CDI.
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