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Epidemiology and emm types among group A streptococcal pharyngitis in Finland: a prospective laboratory-based study.
European journal of clinical microbiology & infectious diseases : official publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology - 1 Feb 2024
Virolainen Mirva, Gröndahl-Yli-Hannuksela Kirsi, Rantakokko-Jalava Kaisu, Seiskari Tapio, Lönnqvist Emilia, Kolari Terhi, Rissanen Tiia, Hyyryläinen Hanne-Leena, Vuopio Jaana
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PURPOSE: Streptococcus pyogenes (mostly termed group A Streptococcus - GAS) is the most important bacterial causative of pharyngitis. However, epidemiology of GAS pharyngitis is not widely established. This study describes GAS pharyngitis cases and emm-type distribution in a prospective study covering over 2 years in two Hospital Districts in Finland. METHODS: A prospective, systematic collection of GAS...
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