Group B streptococcus infection and pregnancy

Sifakis S, Kappou D, Botsis D

Group B streptococcus (GBS) consists a leading cause of neonatal mortality and morbidity, because it is the most frequent cause of neonatal sepsis and meningitis in the developed countries. GBS infection in infants is classified into early-onset disease, which occurs within the first week of life, and late-onset disease. GBS colonization of the genital and lower gastrointestinal tracts …

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