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Strawberry Tongue due to Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome [PDF]
Clinical Case ReportsStrawberry tongue is associated with streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (TSS). Streptococcal TSS should be considered as one of the differential diagnoses for patients with shock and strawberry tongue.
Hiro Takefuji +2 more
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Necrotizing fasciitis and septic shock due to streptococcal toxic shock syndrome in an elderly patient: A case report [PDF]
Clinical Case Reports, 2023 Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) has a high mortality rate, and most patients die within a few days of onset. We report an elderly patient with STSS, necrotizing fasciitis and septic shock caused by group G streptococcus who was successfully ...
Akiko Kurachi +5 more
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Group B Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome and covR/S Mutations Revisited [PDF]
Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2017 Gene mutations in the virulence regulator CovR/S of group A Streptococcus play a substantial role in the pathogenesis of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome.
Parham Sendi +3 more
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Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome
Medicinski pregled, 2010 Introduction. Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome is now recognized as a toxin-mediated, multisystem illness. It is characterized by an early onset of shock with multiorgan failure and continues to be associated with high morbidity and mortality, caused by group A Streptococcus pyogenes.
Ljiljana, Gvozdenović +4 more
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Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome with associated necrotising fasciitis necessitating amputation of the lower extremity – A case report [PDF]
SAGE Open Medical Case Reports, 2023 Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome is a severe, invasive and life-threatening infection associated with a high risk of rapid multiorgan failure. It is associated with high morbidity and mortality.
Thomas Strecker +3 more
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Superantigens and Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome
Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2003 Superantigens produced by Streptococcus pyogenes have been implicated with streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS). We analyzed 19 acute-phase serum samples for mitogenic activity from patients with severe streptococcal disease.
Thomas Proft +3 more
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Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome: Life Saving Role of Peritoneal Lavage and Drainage
Clinical Medicine Insights: Case Reports, 2016 Purpose We encountered a case where an infection with group A streptococcus (GAS; ie, Streptococcus pyogenes ) initially caused primary peritonitis and then subsequently caused streptococcal toxic shock syndrome. The patient's life was likely saved by an
Minako Yokoyama +10 more
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Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome: A Case Report. [PDF]
Cureus, 2022 Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome is a serious complication of group A Streptococcus infection with a high mortality rate. Rapid detection, early intensive care support, and surgical management are paramount in treating these patients. We present a case of a 65-year-old male, with a documented medical history of hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus,
Silva JM +5 more
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Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome
Practica Oto-Rhino-Laryngologica, 2019 This invention relates to prevention and treatment of diseases caused by group A streptococci. More particularly, this invention relates to an antibodies or antibody fragments for treating or preventing group A streptococcus-associated toxic shock ...
Toru Miyazawa, Takaki Miwa
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Evaluating antibiotic regimens for streptococcal toxic shock syndrome in children. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2023 IntroductionStreptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) is a severe consequence of infections from Streptococcus pyogenes. The early identification and timely intervention with appropriate anti-infective agents are pivotal for managing pediatric STSS. This
Haixia Zhang +6 more
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