Invasive group a streptococcal infection concurrent with 2009 h1n1 influenza

Abstract

We describe 10 patients with 2009 H1N1 influenza and concurrent invasive group A streptococcal infection with marked associated morbidity and mortality. Seven patients required intensive care, 8 required mechanical ventilation, and 7 died. Five of the patients, including 4 of the fatalities, were previously healthy. © 2010 by the Infectious Diseases Society of America. All rights reserved.