bacterial infection

In an era where antibiotic-resistant infections like MRSA are on the rise, healthcare professionals are constantly in search of potent drugs to combat these pathogens. The 33rd European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ECCMID 2023) presented an opportunity to explore advancements in this area. One of the notable voices at this congress was Dr. José Luis Del Pozo from the University of Navarra. Infectious Disease Frontline had a chance to sit down with him for a comprehensive discussion.

Clostridioides difficile, a primary cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea, presents a spectrum of clinical manifestations. While less prevalent in children than adults, the incidence of pediatric Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is on the rise. The 33rd European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ECCMID 2023) dedicated a session to shed light on this pressing issue, with Dr. Anne J. Gonzales-Luna from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy offering her expertise.