The group A Streptococcus is the most common bacterial cause of pharyngitis. Although most cases of streptococcal pharyngitis are managed by primary care providers, the otolaryngologist is often consulted to assist in the management of patients with persistent sore throat, chronic streptococcal carriage,...
These guidelines do not cover diagnosis and treatment of GAS infection which should be discussed with an infection specialist.Previous article in issue Next article in issue Keywords Group A streptococcus Infection control Midwifery Disease outbreaks Great Britain...
Group B Streptococcus, also known as Streptococcus agalactiae, was once considered a pathogen of only domestic animals, causing mastitis in cows. S agalactiae is now best known as a cause of postpartum infection and as the most common cause of neonatal s
摘要: Presents guidelines for the diagnosis and management of group A streptococcal pharyngitis. Importance of accurate diagnosis and optical treatment of streptococcal pharyngitis; Epidemiologic and clinical features; Microbiologic testing; Management of household contacts....
Group C and G streptococci are β-haemolytic streptococci that colonize the nasopharynx, skin and genital tract and cause infections similar to group A streptococcus. From: Medicine, 2014 About this pageSet alert Also in subject areas: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology Immunology and Microb...
Beta-hemolytic Group A Streptococcus is a major cause of upper respiratory infections such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and scarlet fever. Early diagnosis and treatment of Group A Streptococcal pharyngitis has been shown to reduce the severity of symptoms and further complications, such as rheum...
Group B Streptococcus, also known as Streptococcus agalactiae, was once considered a pathogen of only domestic animals, causing mastitis in cows. S agalactiae is now best known as a cause of postpartum infection and as the most common cause of neonatal s
Group B Streptococcus (GBS), or beta strep, is a normal bacterium commonly found in the intestinal tract along with other healthy bacteria. It is a transient bacterial colonization present intermittently throughout a woman's life. When present during pregnancy, women should more accurately be terme...
Streptococcus pyogenes infection continues to be a worldwide public health problem causing various diseases in humans and plays an important role in the pathogenesis of rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease. We developed a vaccine candidate to prevent S. pyogenes infections, identified as StreptIn...
Streptococcus agalactiaeor Group BStreptococcus(GBS) is an important pathogen that affects neonates, peripartum women and the elderly worldwide. Prenatal maternal screening for GBS and antibiotic treatment has reduced the rate of neonatal GBS disease but the best long-term solution for control of the...