Optic atrophy, necrotizing anterior scleritis and keratitis presenting in association with Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome: a case report [PDF]
Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2008 Introduction We report a case of optic atrophy, necrotizing anterior scleritis and keratitis presenting in a patient with Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome.
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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.
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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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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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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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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,
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Emerging Trends in Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome, Japan [PDF]
Emerging Infectious DiseasesJapan experienced substantial increases in streptococcal toxic shock syndrome and group A Streptococcus pharyngitis after relaxing COVID-19 restrictions in May 2023.
Mugen Ujiie
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A Rare Case of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome [PDF]
Indian Journal of Neonatal Medicine and Research, 2020 This article reports a case of 16-day-old male baby with features of cellulitis in the diaper area and shock. Blood culture report of baby and high vaginal swab of mother grew Group A Streptococcus (GAS) and the neonate was diagnosed to have ...
Janani Arul +2 more
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[Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome]. [PDF]
Nihon rinsho. Japanese journal of clinical medicine, 2002 AbstractPerhaps more noteworthy than the emergence of Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (StrepTSS) is its persistence for a period of more than 15 years in most geographical areas and an actual increase in incidence in some regions. Early diagnosis remains a problem, and aggressive surgery often cannot be avoided. The continuing rates of mortality and
Benu, Dhawan +5 more
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Increasing reports of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome from Japan [PDF]
New Microbes and New InfectionsAminath Shiba Ahmed +5 more
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