Impetigo - review
Impetigo is a common cutaneous infection that is especially prevalent in children. Historically, impetigo is caused by either group A β-hemolytic streptococci or Staphylococcus aureus. Currently, the most frequently isolated pathogen is S. aureus. This article discusses the microbiologic and virulence factors of group A β-hemolytic streptococci and Staphylococcus aureus, clinical characteristics, complications, as well as the approach to diagnosis and management of impetigo. Topical agents for impetigo therapy are reviewed.
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Main Author: | Pereira,Luciana Baptista |
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Format: | Digital revista |
Language: | English |
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Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia
2014
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Online Access: | http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0365-05962014000200293 |
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