Carriage of Beta Haemolytic Streptococci During Pregnancy

Carriage of Beta Haemolytic Streptococci During Pregnancy

This is a prospective clinical study that aims to investigate asymptomatic carriage of beta haemolytic streptococci (especially group A streptococci, GAS and group B streptococci, GBS) during pregnancy. Association of asymptomatic carriage to possible complications of the mother or the newborn as well as the transmission between spouses will be evaluated. Maternal microbiota during labour will also be studied.

Inclusion Criteria:

• pregnant women
• partner of the pregnant women
• over/equal 18 years of age
• willing to participate the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• multiple pregnancy
• age <18 years