Group B streptococcal prosthetic joint infections appear to be difficult to eradicate. Only 2 cases were cured, defined as no recurrence of infection within the first year after treatment.
Two patients had apparent cure of the infection with retention of the prosthesis. Group B streptococcal prosthetic joint infections appear to be a late complication of prosthetic joint replacement ...
Dr Munro said he believed Group B strep – an infection passed from the mother’s body to the baby via amniotic fluid – was “the most likely cause as there’s nothing else from the notes I ...
Most sore throats (medically known as pharyngitis) are caused by viruses, but one variety—caused by bacteria from Group A streptococcus (Streptococcus pyogenes)—can have lasting effects if not treated ...