Analysis of invasive group A streptococcal puerperal sepsis in Calgary, Alberta: clinical consequences and policy implications.

ABSTRACT: We analyzed invasive group A streptococcal puerperal sepsis cases in a large health zone in Alberta, Canada between 2013 and 2022. Of the 21 cases, 85.7% were adjudicated as hospital/delivery-acquired, with 2 clusters having identical isolates found through whole genome sequencing. We implemented policy interventions across Alberta aimed at preventing future infections.

SUBMITTER: Qaddoura A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11518661 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature