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Group B Streptococcus in Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Neonatal Period brings together field experts to provide a comprehensive understanding of group B streptococcus (GBS), the most common cause of perinatal infection today. It discusses this important bacterium and infection within pregnancy, both obstetric and fetal aspects during labor, and in the infant. The book opens with a global view of GBS, recounting the history and variation in risk factors and outcomes across regions. Subsequent chapters cover not only the biology, epidemiology and pathology, but also intricately describe infection management, treatment, and prevention options. Both early onset as well as late onset GBS disease are discussed. Further, written accounts of lived experiences with varying outcomes are included, along with strategies to aid practitioners in improving care and understanding of patients and families impacted by GBS. The book concludes with clarification of common misconceptions and discussion of future directions in prevention and treatment options. This comprehensive reference offers evidence-based insights aimed at enhancing practice and ultimately improving perinatal outcomes.
Contents
1. Group B Streptococcus bacterium - its structure and characteristics, where is it found in nature, the extent of human carriage, the biology of infection
2. The epidemiology of human carriage, including the effects of age, racial group, culture (ethnicity), socio-economic status
3. The discovery of the role of GBS in human disease, particularly during pregnancy, childbirth, and the neonatal period
4. GBS infection during pregnancy
5. GBS infection during labor - obstetric and fetal aspects
6. Early onset GBS disease- characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment.
7. Late onset GBS disease
8. The long-term effects of GBS infection.
9. The effects of GBS infection on parents and families
10. Current strategies to prevent early-onset GBS disease
11. Vaccines, their development and promise
12. Myths and fallacies about GBS