Maternal colonization of group B streptococcus: prevalence, associated factors and antimicrobial res...
Maternal colonization of group B streptococcus: prevalence, associated factors and antimicrobial resistance
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Saudi Arabia: KING FAISAL SPECIALIST HOSPITAL & RESEARCH CENTRE
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Saudi Arabia: KING FAISAL SPECIALIST HOSPITAL & RESEARCH CENTRE
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Group B streptococcus (GBS, Streptococcus agalactiae) can be transferred during delivery to neonates from mothers who are colonized with GBS in the genital tract. GBS can cause sepsis and meningitis in newborns. This study was conducted to determine GBS colonization rates among pregnant women and the antibiotic sensitivity patterns.
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Maternal colonization of group B streptococcus: prevalence, associated factors and antimicrobial resistance
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TN_cdi_doaj_primary_oai_doaj_org_article_19d3874c11c042199a2d38dd2c509fb9
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_doaj_primary_oai_doaj_org_article_19d3874c11c042199a2d38dd2c509fb9
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0256-4947
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0975-4466
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10.5144/0256-4947.2015.423
