[ effect of electromagnetic waves on growth and toxin production of clostridium difficile]

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Clostridium difficile is the etiologic agent of several infections such as pseudomembranous colitis in human. These diseases are frequently associated with antibiotic useage but many infections with this organisms are seen without antibiotic administration. In addition it is believed that Clostridium difficile is one of the most important bacteria involved in acquired hospital infections. Therefore it is important to consider physical and chemical factors affecting growth and toxin production of Clostridium difficile for control purposes. The aim of this study was to determine different dosages of two kinds of electromagnetic waves Short- wave and macro- wave on Clostridium difficile growth and toxin production