Transitions of Care Associated with Clostridioides difficile Infection

Clostridioides difficile is a major cause of healthcare associated infectious diarrhea, as well as causing a significant number of infections in the community. C. difficile infection (CDI) predominantly affects the older adult population with various comorbidities who require care in multiple healthcare settings. The recurrent nature of CDI can further complicate the management of these individuals, especially during care transitions. The constant movement of patients across various healthcare facilities poses a significant infection prevention risk. This chapter discusses the unique challenges related to management of primary and recurrent CDI, along with CDI infection prevention during care transitions.