Group B Streptococcus Flashcards
1
Q
What bacteria causes a group B strep infection in pregnant women?
A
Streptococcus agalactiae
2
Q
How many women carry GBS asymptomatically?
A
25%
3
Q
Where does GBS colonise asymptomatically?
A
Gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts
4
Q
What are the risks for neonatal GBS infection?
A
Positive GBS culture in current or previous pregnancy
Previous birth resulting in GBS infection
Pre-term labour
Prolonged rupture of membranes
Intrapartum fever > 38
Chorioamnionitis
5
Q
What is the presentation of GBS infection?
A
Sepsis
Pneumonia
Meningitis
6
Q
How is GBS passed from mother to baby?
A
Vertical transmission of bacteria during childbirth
7
Q
What is the management of GBS infection during pregnancy?
A
Intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis
- IV benzylpenicillin during labour and delivery
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