Group C and G streptococci infections: emerging challenges.
New reports of serious complications from Group C (GCS) and Group G streptococci (GGS) with probable respiratory entry have been described. Particularly interesting are cases of toxic shock-like syndrome and rheumatic fever in previously healthy patients. Serious GCS and GGS infections will be missed where selective methods for group A streptococci (GAS) only are used on throat specimens.
Williams
Gail S
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Northern Illinois University, School of Allied Health Professions, DeKalb, IL 60115, USA. gwilliams@niu.edu
D006801:Humans; D013290:Streptococcal Infections / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy; D013291:Streptococcus; D013297:Streptococcus pyogenes