Probiotics use for antibiotic-associated diarrhea: a pragmatic participatory evaluation in nursing homes

Probiotics use for antibiotic-associated diarrhea: a pragmatic participatory evaluation in nursing homes

Abstract Background Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD) occurs in 2–25% of nursing home residents, which may lead to dehydration, malnutrition, severe complications and hospitalizations. Research shows that probiotics can be effective and safe in reducing AAD. However, probiotics are not routinely...

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Main Authors: Herman A. van Wietmarschen, Martine Busch, Annemiek van Oostveen, Gerda Pot, Miek C. Jong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-05-01
Series:BMC Gastroenterology
Subjects:
Probiotics
AAD
Antibiotic use
Elderly
Somatic conditions
Psychogeriatric conditions
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12876-020-01297-w

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