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  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Several high-income nations observed a significant increase in invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections during the later stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • This surge was associated with considerable morbidity and mortality, especially among pediatric populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review potential factors contributing to the rise in iGAS infections.
  • To explore the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic and non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) on group A streptococcus (GAS) circulation.
  • To investigate the role of other respiratory viruses and hypervirulent GAS strains.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review synthesizing data on iGAS epidemiology.
  • Analysis of the interplay between COVID-19, NPIs, and GAS transmission dynamics.
  • Examination of molecular epidemiology and evolutionary trends of GAS.

Main Results:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic and associated NPIs may have altered GAS circulation patterns.
  • Co-infection with other respiratory viruses like influenza and RSV could exacerbate iGAS disease.
  • Emergence or increased prevalence of hypervirulent GAS clones may contribute to the observed surge.

Conclusions:

  • The resurgence of iGAS disease necessitates enhanced surveillance for both invasive and non-invasive GAS infections.
  • Further research is crucial to understand the roles of host immunity, viral interactions, and bacterial evolution.
  • A comprehensive understanding is vital for developing effective public health strategies against iGAS disease.