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[Epidemiology and clinical features of Streptococcus pyogenes bacteremia in Cartagena (Murcia, Spain)]

Amaya Jimeno-Almazán1, Montserrat Viqueira-Gonzalez, María Del Mar Alcalde

  • 1Servicio de Medicina Interna, Sección de Enfermedades Infecciosas, Hospital Universitario Santa Lucía, Cartagena, Murcia, España. doc.jimeno@hotmail.com

Enfermedades Infecciosas Y Microbiologia Clinica
|March 26, 2013
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Severe Streptococcus pyogenes infections, also known as Group A Streptococcus (SGA) bacteremia, are increasing. This rare but serious condition has a high mortality rate, particularly from skin and soft tissue infections.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • A rise in severe Streptococcus pyogenes infections has been observed globally.
  • Streptococcus beta-hemolytic group A (SGA) is a significant pathogen.
  • Understanding local incidence and outcomes is crucial for public health.

Purpose:

  • To determine the incidence of severe Streptococcus pyogenes bacteremia in Cartagena.
  • To analyze the clinical characteristics and outcomes of SGA bacteremia.
  • To identify risk factors and trends in severe streptococcal disease.

Summary:

  • A retrospective study identified 13 cases of SGA bacteremia between 2009 and 2013 in Cartagena.
  • The incidence of severe bacteremia rose from 0.37 to 2.5 cases per 100,000 inhabitants.
  • Skin and soft tissue infections were the primary source (53%), with a 20% early mortality rate.

Impact:

  • Severe streptococcal disease, though rare, impacts healthy individuals.
  • The study highlights the potential for high mortality associated with SGA bacteremia.
  • Findings underscore the need for vigilance and prompt treatment of invasive S. pyogenes infections.
Keywords:
BacteremiaBacteriemiaGroup A SteptococcusIncidenceIncidenciaMortalidadMortalityStreptococcus pyogenesStreptococo beta-hemolítico del grupo A

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