Changes in serum inflammatory factors in group B streptococcal infection and their predictive value for premature rupture of membranes complicated by chorioamnionitis.

Objective

The aim of this study as to unveil changes in serum inflammatory factors in pregnant women with genital tract group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection and their predictive value for premature rupture of membranes (PROM) complicated by chorioamnionitis (CS) and adverse pregnancy outcomes.

Methods

The value of serum inflammatory factor levels in predicting PROM complicating CS and adverse pregnancy outcomes in GBS-infected pregnant women was evaluated by ELISA.

Results

Serum IL-6, TNF-α, PCT and hs-CRP levels were higher in pregnant women with GBS infection. The combined diagnosis of these factors had excellent diagnostic value in PROM complicating CS and adverse pregnancy outcomes.

Conclusion

Joint prediction of IL-6, TNF-α, PCT and hs-CRP has the best predictive value for PROM complicating CS and adverse pregnancy outcomes.