Group B Streptococcus in Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Neonatal Period (Paperback)

Philip Steer

ISBN 10: 0443275041 / ISBN 13: 9780443275043

Published by Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc, San Diego, 2026

Paperback. Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Neonatal Period brings together field experts to provide a comprehensive understanding of group B streptococcus (GBS), the most common cause of perinatal infection today. It discusses this important bacterium and infection within pregnancy, both obstetric and fetal aspects during labor, and in the infant.The book opens with a global view of GBS, recounting the history and variation in risk factors and outcomes across regions. Subsequent chapters cover not only the biology, epidemiology and pathology, but also intricately describe infection management, treatment, and prevention options. Both early onset as well as late onset GBS disease are discussed.Further, written accounts of lived experiences with varying outcomes are included, along with strategies to aid practitioners in improving care and understanding of babies and families impacted by GBS. The book concludes with clarification of common misconceptions and discussion of future directions in prevention and treatment options. This comprehensive reference offers evidence-based insights aimed at enhancing practice and ultimately improving perinatal outcomes. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780443275043

Synopsis:

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Neonatal Period brings together field experts to provide a comprehensive understanding of group B streptococcus (GBS), the most common cause of perinatal infection today. It discusses this important bacterium and infection within pregnancy, both obstetric and fetal aspects during labor, and in the infant.
The book opens with a global view of GBS, recounting the history and variation in risk factors and outcomes across regions. Subsequent chapters cover not only the biology, epidemiology and pathology, but also intricately describe infection management, treatment, and prevention options. Both early onset as well as late onset GBS disease are discussed.
Further, written accounts of lived experiences with varying outcomes are included, along with strategies to aid practitioners in improving care and understanding of babies and families impacted by GBS. The book concludes with clarification of common misconceptions and discussion of future directions in prevention and treatment options. This comprehensive reference offers evidence-based insights aimed at enhancing practice and ultimately improving perinatal outcomes.

• Provides a comprehensive overview of Group B Streptococcus disease
• Utilizes an evidence-based approach to cover GBS identification, diagnosis, and treatment in pregnancy, birth, and the neonate
• Explains both the short and long-term impact on patients and families
• Synthesizes current and future prevention strategies

About the Authors:

Philip J Steer is Emeritus Professor of obstetrics at Imperial College London, having been appointed Professor in 1989. He was Editor-in-Chief of BJOG from 2005-2012 and is now Editor Emeritus. He has published 156 original research papers and 117 reviews, editorials, and invited papers. He is an editor of “High Risk Pregnancy – Management Options” (Cambridge University Press) with the 6th edition now in preparation. He has been President of the British Association of Perinatal Medicine and President of the Section of Obstetrics and Gynecology of the Royal Society of Medicine. He is an honorary fellow of the College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of South Africa and of the American Gynecological & Obstetrical Society.

Jane Plumb is Chief Executive of Group B Strep Support (GBSS), the charity she co-founded in 1996 after her baby died from group B Strep infection. She is Women's Voices Lead for the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, chairs the Advisory Council for the Confederation of Meningitis Organizations, is a trustee of the Meningitis Research Foundation, and a member of the WHO’s Extended Technical Taskforce on Defeating Meningitis by 2030. Jane was awarded an MBE in 2012, fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts in 2020, and a Fellowship Honoris Causa by the RCOG in 2021. Jane has been involved in many GBS research projects, including co-leading patient and public involvement for the GBS3 trial, being involved in the Department of Health's priority-setting workshops for GBS research, and serving on several NICE guideline committees.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Group B Streptococcus in Pregnancy, ...
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc, San Diego
Publication Date: 2026
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new