Invasive group A streptococcal infection in children after adenotonsillectomy – a case series
Abstract
Children who undergo adenotonsillectomy frequently return to the hospital, most commonly for post-operative dehydration, hemorrhage, and pain control. Post-operative systemic infectious complications are rarely observed and not well-described. In this case series, we present three cases of invasive Streptococcus pyogenes infection following adenotonsillectomy. Providers caring for ill-appearing children post-adenotonsillectomy should consider these complications to help avoid diagnostic and treatment delay.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
Otolaryngology and Infectious Diseases
Neonatal and Maternal Infections
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Otolaryngology Case Reports
- Volume
- 39
- Pages
- 100737–100737
- Publication date
- 26 February 2026
- Language
- EN