Invasive Group A Streptococcal Disease: Management and Chemoprophylaxis. Issue 3 (2010)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Allen, UD; Moore, DL
• Is Part Of: Canadian journal of infectious diseases & medical microbiology =. Volume 21:Issue 3(2010)
• Page Start: 115
• Page End: 118
• Publication Date: 2010
• Subjects: Chemoprophylaxis -- Group A streptococcus -- Necrotizing fasciitis -- Toxic shock; Communicable diseases -- Periodicals; Infection -- Periodicals; Communicable diseases; Infection; Communicable Diseases; Communicable Disease Control; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Fulltext; Internet Resources; Periodicals; 616.9
• DOI: 10.1155/2010/585187
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1712-9532

Abstract

Abstract : Given the potentially devastating consequences of severe invasive group A streptococcal disease, attention has been directed toward the role of chemoprophylaxis and the optimization of management strategies. In response to this issue, Canadian guidelines were previously developed. However, the uptake of these recommendations is variable across Canada. The present document summarizes key components of the recommendations for use by Canadian physicians. The importance of penicillin in the treatment of group A streptococcal disease is reaffirmed, and the role of clindamycin is discussed. In addition, in situations in which chemoprophylaxis may be considered, the preferred agents are summarized.