A complete audit cycle of intrapartum group B streptococcus prophylaxis.

Introduction: Group B Streptococcus (GBS) colonises the intestines of approximately one third of women and can result in intermittent colonisation of the vagina. The principal route of neonatal infection is from the vagina during delivery which can cause morbidity and mortality in the neonate. We recently introduced a protocol of intrapartum prophylaxis based on recognised risk factors.