Invasive group B streptococcal infections in Western Australia, 2000–2018

Neonatal and puerperal sepsis are major manifestations of invasive group B streptococcal (Streptococcus agalactiae; iGBS) infections. International data indicate the importance of iGBS infections among non-pregnant adults.

Citation:
Wright CM, Moorin R, Dyer J, Carapetis J, Manning L. Invasive group B streptococcal infections in Western Australia, 2000–2018. Intern Med J. 2025.

Keywords:
Group B streptococcus; infectious disease; invasive disease; public health; streptococcus

Abstract:
Neonatal and puerperal sepsis are major manifestations of invasive group B streptococcal (Streptococcus agalactiae; iGBS) infections. International data indicate the importance of iGBS infections among non-pregnant adults.