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Frequency of Antibiotic Resistance and Virulence Factors in Streptococcus agalactiae Isolated from Vaginal and Urine Samples of Pregnant Women in Yazd, Iran: A Cross-sectional Study

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The study found a high rate of tetracycline resistance at 93.3%, with lower rates for clindamycin and erythromycin.
Virulence genes were present in over 90% of isolates, indicating significant pathogenic potential in vaginal and urine samples.
Molecular methods identified various antibiotic resistance genes, reinforcing concerns about treatment efficacy in pregnant women.
Cross-sectional analysis across 90 samples suggests a pressing need for monitoring and management strategies.

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Cross-sectional study finds frequent antibiotic resistance and virulence factors in streptococcus agalactiae, highlighting public health concerns.

Azartoos et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional study finds frequent antibiotic resistance and virulence factors in streptococcus agalactiae, highlighting public health concerns.