Intrapartum PCR-assay for detection of Group B Streptococci (GBS)

Objective: We have recently introduced intrapartum PCR-testing for group B streptococcus (GBS) in women in labor with prolonged rupture of membranes or preterm delivery to offer intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis only for GBS positive women.The goal of the present study is to report our experience a...

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Main Authors: Rikke B Helmig, Jan B Gertsen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2019-10-01
Series:European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology: X
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590161319301140