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The Role of the Microbiome in Infection Control

American Society for Microbiology via YouTube

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Explore the critical role of the human microbiome in infection control through this 44-minute conference talk from ICAAC 2013. Delve into the growing concern among healthcare epidemiologists regarding microbiome disruption caused by antimicrobials, its connection to C. difficile infections (CDI), and its potential influence on multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) in healthcare settings. Gain insights from experts Michael Schmidt, Cliff McDonald, and Alan Walker as they discuss the protective function of the microbiome and its implications for future infection control strategies. Examine topics such as metagenomics, microbiome management, biofilms, antibiotic disruption index, fecal transplantation, microbiome diversity, and antibiotic resistance. Discover the potential future developments in microbiome research and their impact on healthcare practices.

Syllabus

Introduction
Microbiome
Metagenomics
Managing the microbiome
Microbiome disruption
Biofilms
Antibiotic disruption index
Fecal transplantation
Microbiome diversity
Antibiotic resistance
Future of the microbiome

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American Society for Microbiology

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