Clostridium difficile infection following colon subtotal resection in a patient with gallstones: A case report and review of literature

Figure 1 Illustrates two distinct medical conditions diagnosed in October 2022. A: The patient exhibited gallbladder calculi (cholelithiasis) alongside gallbladder wall thickening; B: Observed on October 15, the presence of small intestine gas and fluid accumulation (intestinal gas and fluid retention) was noted.

Figure 2 Illustrates two significant observations in the patient's medical records. A: Dated October 15, 2022, we observe evidence of pelvic small bowel constriction; B: Recorded on October 17, 2022, there is a notable presence of intestinal fluid accumulation and gas retention within the small intestine.

Figure 3 Indicators and medication regimens upon patient admission. CRP: C-reactive protein.

Figure 4  Potential mechanisms of Clostridium difficile infection caused by gallstones.