Prospective Study of Clostridium Difficile in Children Undergoing Colonoscopy

Summary

The investigators found that community acquired C. diff occurs in children undergoing a colonoscopy. When they were treated their symptoms got better. But, the investigators do not know if the treatment for the C. diff made them better or another other factor made them feel better. So, the investigators designed the following study. Children undergoing a colonoscopy who are found to be C. diff positive at the time of the colonoscopy are randomized to one group that gets immediate treatment or a second group that gets delayed treatment. Both groups are closely monitored for symptoms.

Timeline

Start

2011-12

Primary completion

2014-12

Completion

2014-12

Drugs

Indications