A case of severe septic shock caused by Streptococcus agalactiae

Abstract GBS causes fewer severe infections, less severe septic shock, and generally infects special populations, GBS infection is easily overlooked. This case is the first report in the world of severe septic shock caused by GBS in ordinary young woman. Therefore, for septic shock in the general population without underlying diseases, especially women, clinicians should strengthen the awareness of screening and be alert to GBS infection.