Pathogens
Streptococcus agalactiae, Group B

Streptococcus agalactiae, Group B

General Information

  • Cephalosporins

  • Vancomycin

Gram positive cocci in chains, beta-hemolytic

Common inhabitants of human gastrointestinal tract and genitourinary tract

  • Perinatal infections: bacteremia, endometritis, and chorioamnionitis

  • Neonatal sepsis/meningitis

  • Endocarditis

  • Skin and soft tissue infections

  • Urinary tract infections