Streptococcal Group B Infection Overview

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What is the definition of Streptococcal Group B Infection?
Group B streptococcus is a blood infection (septicemia) caused by the bacterium, Streptococcus agalactiae, which affects newborn babies. The infection is categorized into two syndromes: 1) early onset (<7 days old) and 2) late onset (7-90 days old). The infection can be caused when the baby moves through the birth canal (early onset), or the baby can become infected after birth through contact with carriers of the bacteria (late onset). Both syndromes can develop into pneumonia and meningitis.
What are the symptoms of Streptococcal Group B Infection?
Symptoms of Group B streptococcal infection in the newborn can include appearing anxious or stressed, blue skin (cyanosis), breathing difficulties, fast or slow heart rate, lethargy, pale, cold skin, poor feeding, and a low or high temperature.
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What are the current treatments for Streptococcal Group B Infection?
The main treatment for Group B streptococcal infection in the newborn is intravenous (IV) antibiotics. Other treatments can include breathing support, intravenous fluids, treatment of shock, correction of blood clotting abnormalities, oxygen therapy, and, in severe cases, the use of a pump to circulate blood through an artificial lung (extracorporeal membrane oxygen).
Who are the top Streptococcal Group B Infection Local Doctors?
Kirsty Le Doare
Elite in Streptococcal Group B Infection
Kirsty Le Doare
Elite in Streptococcal Group B Infection
Kirsty Le Doare
St George's University Of London, 
London, ENG, GB 

Kirsty Le Doare practices in London, United Kingdom. Ms. Le Doare is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Streptococcal Group B Infection. Her top areas of expertise are Streptococcal Group B Infection, Neonatal Sepsis, Strep Throat, and Meningitis.

David M. Aronoff
Elite in Streptococcal Group B Infection
Dr. David M. Aronoff
Infectious Disease
Elite in Streptococcal Group B Infection
Dr. David M. Aronoff
Infectious Disease
550 University Blvd, 
Indianapolis, IN 
317-962-0953
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David Aronoff is an Infectious Disease provider in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Aronoff is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Streptococcal Group B Infection. His top areas of expertise are Streptococcal Group B Infection, Strep Throat, Sepsis, and Pneumonia. Dr. Aronoff is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Shabir A. Madhi
Elite in Streptococcal Group B Infection
Shabir A. Madhi
Elite in Streptococcal Group B Infection
Shabir A. Madhi
Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

Shabir Madhi practices in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mr. Madhi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Streptococcal Group B Infection. His top areas of expertise are Streptococcal Group B Infection, Strep Throat, Parainfluenza, and Neonatal Sepsis.

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What are the latest Streptococcal Group B Infection Clinical Trials?
A Phase 3, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blinded Trial to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, and Immunogenicity of a Multivalent Group B Streptococcus Vaccine in Healthy Pregnant Women and Their Infants
A Phase 3, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blinded Trial to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, and Immunogenicity of a Multivalent Group B Streptococcus Vaccine in Healthy Pregnant Women and Their Infants
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: October 14, 2025
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Phase: Phase 3

Summary: BEATRIX (group B strEptococcus mATeRnal and Infant VaX study) The purpose of this study is to learn about the safety and how the group B streptococcus (GBS) vaccine works in pregnant women and their babies. This study is seeking healthy pregnant participants: * aged 49 or younger who can join. * between 24 and 36 weeks of gestation (Gestational age is a medical term used to describe how far along ...

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A Follow-up Trial to Assess the Persistence of the Immune Response to the Group B Streptococcus Vaccine (GBS-NN/NN2) After a Primary Vaccination of Healthy Pregnant Women, and to Assess Safety, Reactogenicity, and Immunogenicity of the GBS-NN/NN2 Vaccine When Administered During Follow-Up as a 1 Booster Dose During a New Pregnancy
A Follow-up Trial to Assess the Persistence of the Immune Response to the Group B Streptococcus Vaccine (GBS-NN/NN2) After a Primary Vaccination of Healthy Pregnant Women, and to Assess Safety, Reactogenicity, and Immunogenicity of the GBS-NN/NN2 Vaccine When Administered During Follow-Up as a 1 Booster Dose During a New Pregnancy
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 17, 2025
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3

Summary: The main objective of the study is to evaluate the persistence of the immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody responses, specific to Alpha-like protein CN (AlpCN), Ribosomal Protein N (RibN), Alpha-like protein 1N (Alp1N), and Alpha-like protein 2 and 3 (Alp2-3N), after a primary vaccination with GBS-NN/NN2 in all participants.

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