streptococcal infections
Group A streptococci, although considered extracellular pathogens, are capable of causing severe life-threatening invasive infections.
Types
streptococcal invasive diseases
- streptococcal fasciitis
- streptococcal bacteraemia (septicemia)
- streptococcal toxic-shock-like syndrome
References
Chhatwal GS, McMillan DJ. Uncovering the mysteries of invasive streptococcal diseases. Trends Mol Med. 2005 Apr;11(4):152-5. PMID: #15823752#