Quasi-experimental design showed reduced antibiotic use in carriers, highlighting screening benefits.
This study evaluated how informing clinicians about Clostridioides difficile (CD) carriage affected antibiotic stewardship. A quasi-experimental pre/post design assessed antibiotic use in carriers versus non-carriers. Clinician awareness was associated with reduced antibiotic use, particularly quinolones, among carriers. Findings suggest screening and targeted education enhance stewardship and reduce high-risk antibiotic use.
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