How could we suspect life-threatening perinatal group A streptococcal infection?

Tomohiro AraiYasushi TakaiKouki SamejimaShigetaka MatsunagaYoshihisa OnoHiroyuki Seki

Published in: The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research (2020)

Per our findings, antenatal group A streptococcal infection was significantly associated with maternal and fetal death. Further, the antenatal infection was revealed as a more critical risk factor. We suggest that the presence of any sign related to the qSOFA is a potential clue suspecting perinatal group A streptococcal infection in primary obstetric facilities.

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