Question 1

What was the main finding?

Accepted Answer

GBS bloodstream infections in non-pregnant adults carry a high 30-day mortality rate (25.7%), with new, specific bacterial strains emerging over the last decade that circulate between adults and children.

Question 2

What were the most common infection sites?

Accepted Answer

Skin and soft tissue infections (25.7%) and infections with an unknown focus (20.3%).

Question 3

How common was Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS)?

Accepted Answer

STSS occurred in 23% of the patients, highlighting the severity of these infections.

How Dangerous is Group B Strep Bacteremia in Non-Pregnant Adults?