Generalized Shwartzman reaction caused by group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus, resulting in maternal death. A case report.

Group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus is a rare cause of peripartum infection, but it remains an extremely virulent pathogen with devastating consequences, thus requiring awareness of its presentation. We describe a case of fulminant group A Streptococcus sepsis resulting in a generalized Shwartzman reaction and death in a woman 48 hours postpartum.