C. difficile Treatment — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateGastroenterologyC. difficile TreatmentRACP Paediatrics

Antibiotic-associated C. difficile colitis in a 3-year-old. First-line treatment?

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Correct answer: E — Oral metronidazole

Non-severe CDI: oral metronidazole first-line. Oral vancomycin for severe/recurrent.

Reference: Therapeutic Guidelines – 2024