Invasive Group A streptococcal infections: are we facing a new outbreak? A case series with the experience of a single tertiary center

• Main Authors: Nicolò Garancini (Author), Giulia Ricci (Author), Michele Ghezzi (Author), Paola Tommasi (Author), Fiammetta Zunica (Author), Anna Mandelli (Author), Elena Zoia (Author), Enza D'Auria (Author), Gian Vincenzo Zuccotti (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2023-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background In pediatric age, Group A Streptococcus (GAS) is responsible for a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations, from mild localized infections to life-threatening invasive diseases. In December 2022, the World Health Organization reported an increased incidence of scarlet fever and...