Maternally administered vaccine reduces infant group B streptococcus infection
1. In this randomized controlled trial, a maternally administered vaccine for infant group B streptococcus (GBS) demonstrated a reduced risk of invasive GBS. 2. There was no significant difference in number of adverse events seen in patients who received the vaccine. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: GBS can cause sepsis and meningitis in