An Oral Fecal Transplant for Lunch?- Frankly Speaking EP 53
Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine
January 29, 201811m 30s
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Show Notes
Treating recurrent C. difficile colitis can be difficult, but recent trials have demonstrated the benefit of treating with fecal transplantation. Questions exist, however, about around the best mode of administration. Listen to this week’s episode to learn about a recent RCT that compares oral and colonoscopic delivery methods and provides an answer.
Learning Objectives:
- Appreciate the current guidelines for treating recurrent difficile colitis
- Understand the pharmacology of fecal transplantation
- Learn about the latest research on how best to administer such treatment