We report 6 cases of group B streptococcal prosthetic joint infections seen in our institution and review 8 previously reported cases. These 14 patients (6 men and 8 women) had an average age of 69.

The lab has two main focuses: 1) Gram-positive pathogenic bacteria and their response to oxidative stresses produced by the mammalian host Our bacterium of interest is Group B Streptococcus ...

Two separate tests for antibiotic susceptibility will performed. These tests are used to differentiate between alpha and beta hemolytic organisms. Alpha hemolytic organisms (Streptococcus pneumoniae ...

Dr. Boldenow’s research focuses on understanding the mechanisms of adverse birth outcomes such as preterm birth. Specifically she is interested in the mechanisms by which Group B Streptococcus (GBS; S ...