Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Baroness Masham of Ilton (Crossbench). It was answered by Earl Howe (Conservative) on Wednesday, 17 November 2010.
NHS: Prebiotics
- Question
- To ask Her Majesty’s Government what consideration they will give to using prebiotics to prevent Clostridium difficile in a clinical setting, with a view to improving patient experience and saving NHS resources.
- Answer
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There is currently insufficient evidence to show that prebiotics offer benefits in a clinical setting to be able to make a general recommendation in relation to prevention of Clostridium difficile infection. Of course, we will keep this issue under review. However, it is important for all patients, including those who have contracted Clostridium difficile infection, to have a well-balanced diet.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 722 c775
- Session
- 2010-12
- Oral question type
- Lead
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Lords chamber
- Subjects
- Preventive medicine Clostridium Prebiotics
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- View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk
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