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Antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis in siblings

A Schussheim, E J Goldstein

    Pediatrics
    |December 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    Antibiotic-induced pseudomembranous colitis is rare in children. This study highlights cholestyramine as a potential treatment, alerting pediatricians to this condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Gastroenterology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Microbiome Research

    Background:

    • Antibiotic-associated diarrhea is common in children.
    • Pseudomembranous colitis (PMC) is an underdiagnosed cause of severe antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
    • Recent research has elucidated the pathogenesis of PMC.

    Observation:

    • Two siblings presented with symptoms suggestive of pseudomembranous colitis.
    • The cases occurred following antibiotic administration.
    • Clinical presentation and diagnostic findings were consistent with PMC.

    Findings:

    • The study identified pseudomembranous colitis in pediatric patients.
    • Cholestyramine was considered a potentially effective therapeutic agent.
    • The cases underscore the importance of considering PMC in the differential diagnosis.

    Implications:

    • Pediatricians should consider pseudomembranous colitis in children with severe diarrhea after antibiotic use.
    • Early diagnosis and appropriate management, potentially including cholestyramine, can improve outcomes.
    • Further research into pediatric PMC pathogenesis and treatment is warranted.

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