Group B Streptococcus in Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Neonatal Period

Philip Steer, Jane Plumb

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Year: 2026
• Topic: Biological Sciences
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443275050
• Subtopic: Biology
• Index: Biological Sciences

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Neonatal Period brings together field experts to provide a comprehensive understanding of group B streptococcus (GBS), the most common cause of perinatal infection today. It discusses this important bacterium and infection within pregnancy, both obstetric and fetal aspects during labor, and in the infant.The book opens with a global view of GBS, recounting the history and variation in risk factors and outcomes across regions. Subsequent chapters cover not only the biology, epidemiology and pathology, but also intricately describe infection management, treatment, and prevention options. Both early onset as well as late onset GBS disease are discussed.Further, written accounts of lived experiences with varying outcomes are included, along with strategies to aid practitioners in improving care and understanding of babies and families impacted by GBS. The book concludes with clarification of common misconceptions and discussion of future directions in prevention and treatment options. This comprehensive reference offers evidence-based insights aimed at enhancing practice and ultimately improving perinatal outcomes. - Provides a comprehensive overview of Group B Streptococcus disease - Utilizes an evidence-based approach to cover GBS identification, diagnosis, and treatment in pregnancy, birth, and the neonate - Explains both the short and long-term impact on patients and families - Synthesizes current and future prevention strategies

Table of contents

• Title of Book
• Chapter 1. Introduction to group B Streptococcus in pregnancy: Past, present, and future
• Chapter 2. Group B Streptococcus - Natural history and biology of infection
• Chapter 3. The epidemiology of human GBS carriage
• Chapter 4. The discovery of the role of GBS in human disease, particularly during pregnancy, childbirth, and the neonatal period
• Chapter 5. Group B Streptococcus infection during pregnancy
• Chapter 6. Group B Streptococcus infection during labor: Obstetric and fetal aspects
• Chapter 7. Early and late-onset neonatal GBS disease: Characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment
• Chapter 8. The longer-term impacts of invasive group B Streptococcus disease for children and families
• Chapter 9. The effects of group B Streptococcus infection on parents and families
• Chapter 10. Early-onset neonatal group B Streptococcus prevention in the United Kingdom and the role of the Group B Strep Support charity
• Chapter 11. Vaccines, their development, and promise
• Chapter 12. Myths and fallacies about group B Streptococcus
• Index