Diagnosis of Group A Streptococcus infection / 中华实用儿科临床杂志

ABSTRACT

Group A Streptococcus (GAS) is a beta-hemolytic Streptococcus, which is often referred to as Streptococcus pyogenes in traditional clinical practice.It is the most important pathogenic bacterium in the Streptococcus genus.GAS infection and its sequelae have a huge impact on the health of children and the youth.Therefore, it has always been a serious problem that adversely affects public health and the national economy.The purpose of this article is to advocate early, rapid, and accurate diagnosis of GAS infection in order to reduce the severity of the disease, guide the rational use of antibiotics, and achieve the best cost-effectiveness effect.