About C. diff | C. diff | CDC
Dec 18, 2024 · Clostridioides difficile [klos–TRID–e–OY-dees dif–uh–SEEL], formerly known as Clostridium difficile and often called C. difficile or C. diff, is a bacterium (germ) that causes …
C. diff | C. diff | CDC
C. diff can be life-threatening. CDC is working to prevent and control these infections.
C. diff: Facts for Clinicians | C. diff | CDC
Mar 5, 2024 · Key points Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) is a common cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD). It accounts for 15 to 25% of all events of AAD. Prevent C. diff infections (CDI) …
This module, titled “Overview of Clostridioides difficile Infection,” will provide background information on the impact C. difficile has on patients, the pathogenesis of C. difficile infection …
Clostridioides difficile (also known as C. diff ) is a bacterium that causes diarrhea and colitis (an inflammation of the colon). C. diff infection can be life-threatening.
Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) bacteria can cause life-threatening diarrhea. Infections occur most often in people who have taken antibiotics for other conditions.
Clostridioides difficile Infection (CDI) Surveillance | HAIs | CDC
Jun 24, 2025 · The Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) Surveillance Program collects data for describing incidence and trends of these infections. Public health professionals and healthcare …
Clostridioides difficile Infection | HAI | CDC
Clostridioides difficile [klos–TRID–e–OY-dees dif–uh–SEEL] (C. diff ) is a germ (bacteria) that causes life-threatening diarrhea. It is usually a side-effect of taking antibiotics.
Clinical Testing and Diagnosis for C. diff Infection
Mar 6, 2024 · There are four laboratory tests used to diagnose Clostridioides difficile infection or CDI.
Clinical Guidance for C. diff Infection Prevention in Acute Care ...
Mar 8, 2024 · Isolate and initiate contact precautions for suspected or confirmed Clostridioides (formerly known as Clostridium) difficile infection (CDI). Confirm CDI in patients.