Global Antimicrobial Resistance Trends in Group B Streptococcus Isolates From Pregnant Women: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT: Maternal colonization with Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is associated with a high risk of serious infections during pregnancy. Also, the emerging resistance of GBS isolates to commonly used antibiotics has become a serious concern. This study aimed to provide a systematic review and meta-analysis of worldwide data on the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance of GBS in pregnant women to establish a better understanding of more effective antibiotic agents. A systematic literature search was performed in PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases up to January 31, 2025. Statistical analysis was performed using the meta and metaphor packages in R, and sources of heterogeneity were evaluated using I². The potential for publication bias was explored using Egger's and Begg's tests. A

SUBMITTER: Bostanghadiri N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12575007 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature