Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile infection in hospitalized adult patients in Cambodia

Despite high levels of global concern, little is known about the epidemiology of Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile infection (CDI) in Cambodia. This study aimed to identify the prevalence and risk factors for CDI, and molecular types of C. difficile in hospitalized adults at Calmette Hospital, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Citation:
Eng L, Collins DA, Alene KA, Bory S, Theng Y, et al. Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile infection in hospitalized adult patients in Cambodia. Microbiol Spectr. 2025;13(4).

Keywords:
Cambodia; Clostridioides difficile; healthcare; ribotype; risk factors

Abstract:
Despite high levels of global concern, little is known about the epidemiology of Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile infection (CDI) in Cambodia. This study aimed to identify the prevalence and risk factors for CDI, and molecular types of C. difficile in hospitalized adults at Calmette Hospital, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.