The effectiveness of risk-based intrapartum chemoprophylaxis for the prevention or early-onset neonatal group B streptococcal disease

Authors :: Lin, Feng Ying C.
Brenner, Ruth A.
Johnson, Yvette R.
Azimi, Parvin H.
Philips, Joseph B., III
Regan, Joan A.
Clark, Penny
Weisman, Leonard E.
Rhoads, George G.
King, Fanhui
Clemens, John D.
Source :: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. May, 2001, Vol. 184 Issue 6, p1204, 7 p.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: Giving antibiotics to pregnant women who have risk factors for group B streptococcal infection can prevent the infection in over 80%, according to a study of 316 women. It is best to give the antibiotics at least two hours before delivery for greatest effectiveness.

Subjects :: Streptococcal infections -- Prevention
Pregnant women -- Care and treatment
Antibiotics -- Usage
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