Minimising the risk of monkeypox virus transmission during faecal microbiota transplantation: recommendations from a European expert panel

Abstract

Faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is an established treatment for recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection, recommended by several guidelines for this indication.1,2 FMT is not only more effective than antibiotics for recurrent C difficile infection,3 but also able to prevent C difficile infection-related complications.4 Several actions have been taken to guarantee and expand FMT availability, and to increase its safety. Stool banks are a model that ensures a high level of product quality and reliability of supply.