Group B Streptococcus in Pregnant Women
Author Information
Author(s): Zhou Weiping, Chen Xiaoyan, Chen Jie, Zheng Xiuhua, Zhang Xueqiang, Chen Yubin, Pan Yuehua, Ma Chunling
Primary Institution: Women's & Children's Health Care Hospital of Linyi
Hypothesis
To understand the colonization status of Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in the reproductive tract of pregnant women in the Linyi region and explore high-risk factors for GBS infection.
Conclusion
The colonization rate of GBS in late-stage pregnant women in the Linyi region is 7.07%, with specific high-risk factors identified.
Supporting Evidence
- The infection rate of GBS in late-stage pregnant women was found to be 7.07%.
- High-risk factors included having a college degree and absence of pregnancy vomiting.
- GBS strains showed high sensitivity to penicillin and vancomycin.
Takeaway
This study found that 7 out of every 100 pregnant women in Linyi have a type of bacteria called Group B Streptococcus, and certain factors like education level can increase the risk of infection.
Methodology
Vaginal and rectal swabs were collected from 3269 pregnant women for GBS culture, and high-risk factors were analyzed based on the results.
Potential Biases
Potential confounding factors include socioeconomic status and healthcare access.
Limitations
The study lacked multivariable regression analysis to fully account for potential confounders influencing GBS colonization.
Participant Demographics
Pregnant women at 35–37 weeks of gestation visiting the Obstetrics Department.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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