Abstract
Intrapartum chemoprophylaxis is currently the most effective preventive strategy against the neonatal early-onset group B streptococcal infection. The principal controversies on strategies for intrapartum antibiotic administration, possible adverse effects, management of newborn and possible future preventive strategies reported in the literature are considered.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 38-42 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Journal of Maternal-Fetal and Neonatal Medicine |
Volume | 22 |
Issue number | SUPPL. 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2009 |
Keywords
- Early onset neonatal sepsis
- Group B streptococcus
- Intrapartum antibiotic
- Neonatal infection
- Streptococcal prevention
- Vaccine
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology