Understanding C. difficile: New Clinical Insights from Recent Research
Recent research studies on C. difficile have rapidly advanced our understanding of important factors that influence the growth and virulence of this important pathogen – including diet, digestive function, and the commensal microbiome.
Supporting research studies will be discussed, along with case examples that illustrate how the recent advances can provide better clinical insights, as well as potential new therapeutic options.
Author Tom Fabian, Ph.D., CNTP
Dr. Fabian is a leading expert on the role of the microbiome in health, immune function, chronic disease, and aging. As a translational scientist, his primary focus is on the clinical application of microbiome research in the integrative and functional medicine space. He received his PhD in molecular biology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and has worked as a biomedical researcher in the biotechnology industry...
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