What is the Importance of Streptococcus Species in Neonatal Infections?
Group B streptococci, particularly Streptococcus agalactiae, are significant pathogens in neonates, causing conditions such as neonatal sepsis, pneumonia, and meningitis. Histological examination of tissues from affected neonates often reveals extensive inflammatory responses, with neutrophils and macrophages infiltrating the lungs, brain, and other organs.
