Outcomes and management of pregnancy and puerperal group A streptococcal infections: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Group A streptococcus (Streptococcus pyogenes) is one of the most lethal bacterial pathogens of humans, with increased risk of progression to septic shock and multiorgan failure in the pregnant population. The objective of this study is to systematically review the outcomes and management strategies for pregnancy and puerperal group A streptococcus infections in an effort to provide further guidance for prevention and treatment of a rare but lethal infection worldwide.

Material and methods

A comprehensive search using puerperium and streptococcus pyogenes terms was completed across several registered databases. A total of 902 articles investigating pregnancy and puerperal group A streptococcus infection were identified, with 40 studies fulfilling inclusion crite

SUBMITTER: Harris K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9889326 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature