Streptococcal M protein

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Introduction

Virulence factor of Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus. Over 80 different types. M proteins may allow the organism to escape the host defenses by:

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References

  1. Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 11, American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 1998