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Increase in Invasive Group a Streptococcal Infections in Children in the Netherlands, A Survey Among 7 Hospitals in 2022

Authors :
van Kempen, Evelien B.
Bruijning-Verhagen, Patricia C. J.
Borensztajn, Dorine
Vermont, Clementien L.
Quaak, Marjolijn S. W.
Janson, Jo-Anne
Maat, Ianthe
Stol, Kim
Vlaminckx, Bart J. M.
Wieringa, Jantien W.
van Sorge, Nina M.
Boeddha, Navin P.
van Veen, Mirjam
Source :
The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal; April 2023, Vol. 42 Issue: 4 pe122-e124, 3p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Following an increase in notifiable invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections in the Netherlands, we conducted a survey among 7 hospitals. Pediatric iGAS case numbers were 2-fold higher between July 2021 and June 2022 versus pre-COVID-19. A sharp increase occurred early 2022, most pronounced in <5 years old and for diagnoses empyema and necrotizing fasciitis. This recent pediatric iGAS surge warrants investigation and vigilance.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08913668 and 15320987
Volume :
42
Issue :
4
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs62458411
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/INF.0000000000003810