Dietary change may curb recurrent c. diff in cancer patients
NCT ID NCT04940468
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether eating less fat and more fiber can reduce the chance of a repeat Clostridioides difficile infection in cancer patients. Eight participants with leukemia, lymphoma, or other cancers followed a specific diet. Researchers tracked diarrhea and measured C. diff toxins and gut bacteria in stool samples.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
dietary intervention (low fat, high fiber)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a simple dietary approach to help prevent repeat C. diff infections in cancer patients.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 8 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Dietary changes alone may not be enough to prevent infection recurrence.
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Locations
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Childrens Hospital Colorado
Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States
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University of Colorado Hospital
Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States