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Invasive group A streptococcal disease: Management and chemoprophylaxis

Canadian Paediatric SocietyPediatrics2019Official publication

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Official Canadian Paediatric Society document (2019) on “Invasive group A streptococcal disease: Management and chemoprophylaxis”. Reporting of severe invasive group A streptococcal disease (IGAS) has increased in Canada over the past decade, highlighting the importance of optimal chemoprophylaxis and management strategies. Canadian guidelines have had variable uptake across Canada. This practice point updates relevant aspects of these guidelines, with a focus on chemoprophylaxis of contacts of IGAS cases and clinical management of IGAS. The imp.

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