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Whole Genome Sequencing Analysis of Group A Streptococcus Isolates From Pediatric Patients in Korea From 2013 to 2024.
Journal of Korean medical science - 1 Jun 2026
An Sungbin, Kim Sun Ju, Shin Jong Hyun, Kim Doo Ri, Shin Areum, Baek Jin Yang, Park Hyeonseek, Kang Minhee, Kim Tae Yeul, Huh Hee Jae, Lee Nam Yong, Ko Kwan Soo, Kim Yae-Jean
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BACKGROUND: Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infections are a significant global health concern. A novel lineage of emm 1 strain (M1UK), responsible for invasive GAS (iGAS) infections, which are potentially life-threatening, has been reported globally since 2019. Recent epidemiological studies on GAS using whole genome sequencing (WGS) revealed its usefulness for surveillance of transmission of GAS. METHODS: WGS...
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