A rare case of group A streptococcal toxic‐shock syndrome in a postpartum adolescent leading to multi‐organ failure

Abstract

Abstract Teenage pregnancy is not uncommon, but given the age of the patient, experience, and competency among medical providers varies. While toxic‐shock syndrome from group A streptococcus is rare in teenage pregnancy, observed is a gap in care of bridging.

Keywords

• hysterectomy
• intravenous immunoglobulin
• pregnancy
• teenager
• toxic‐shock syndrome