Risk factors for group A streptococcal pharyngitis and skin infections: A case control study

Risk factors for group A streptococcal pharyngitis and skin infections: A case control study

Summary: Background: Group A streptococcal (GAS) infections can trigger an immune-mediated response resulting in acute rheumatic fever (ARF). The role of social and environmental risk factors for GAS pharyngitis and skin infections are not well understood. This study aimed to identify factors assoc...

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Main Authors: Julie Bennett, Nicole J. Moreland, Jane Zhang, Julian Crane, Dianne Sika-Paotonu, Jonathan Carapetis, Deborah A. Williamson, Michael G. Baker
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2022-09-01
Series:The Lancet Regional Health. Western Pacific
Subjects:
Group A streptococcus
pharyngitis
Skin infections
Children
Acute rheumatic fever
Primary prevention
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666606522001225

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