New study probes hidden triggers of deadly newborn infections

NCT ID NCT02471937

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study looked at how a baby's gut bacteria and immune system might help a dangerous type of Group B Strep (GBS) grow. Researchers tested 151 pregnant women for GBS in vaginal and fecal samples. The goal was to understand why some newborns get severe infections, not to test a treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CH Louis Mourier

    Colombes, 92 700, France

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