Molecular Epidemiology of Clostridium Difficile Infections in Children
Molecular Epidemiology of Clostridium Difficile Infections in Children
Objectives:

 1. Describe the molecular epidemiology of Clostridium Difficile infection in children in
 the Chicago area.

 2. Determine the clinical spectrum and risk factors for Clostridium Difficile infection
 secondary to particular endemic strains in children.

 3. Define the risk factors for recurrent and community-associated Clostridium Difficile
 infection in children.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  Clostridium Difficile infection

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  Age < 1 year

 -  Age > 18 years