2020
DOI: 10.1590/s0004-2803.202000000-79
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Structuring a Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Center in a University Hospital in Brazil

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is an important therapeutic option for recurrent or refractory Clostridioides difficile infection, being a safe and effective method. Initial results suggest that FMT also plays an important role in other conditions whose pathogenesis involves alteration of the intestinal microbiota. However, its systematized use is not widespread, especially in Brazil. In the last decade, multiple reports and several cases emerged using different protocols for FMT, without s… Show more

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“…Few adverse effects of FMT are reported and usually resolve spontaneously shortly after the procedure. Serious side effects of FMT are generally related to anesthesia or the endoscopic procedure [ 38 ]. The lack of accurate information about the route and dose of FMT makes the expansion of the procedure questionable [ 39 ].…”
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confidence: 99%
“…Few adverse effects of FMT are reported and usually resolve spontaneously shortly after the procedure. Serious side effects of FMT are generally related to anesthesia or the endoscopic procedure [ 38 ]. The lack of accurate information about the route and dose of FMT makes the expansion of the procedure questionable [ 39 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%