Prevalence of different vaginal bacterial spp. in pregnant women in Al-Ajalat city, west of Libya

Abstract

Pregnancy-related vaginal bacterial infections pose serious risks to both mother and child. This study examined pathogenic bacterial species in pregnant women and looked for relationships with demographics and trimesters. The study examined the prevalence of Streptococcus agalactiae (GBS) and E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and mixed infections about age, income, education, medical issues, and pregnancy. This cross-sectional study included 70 pregnant women from Al-Ajalat prenatal clinics. The researchers collected demographic data, pregnancy stages, and bacterial infection rates. Standard culture and biochemical testing identified bacterial species. The study examined bacterial prevalence and trimester of pregnancy using correlations and p-values. The findings indicate that Streptococcus agalactiae (GBS) was the predominant bacterial species, comprising 41.42% of the observed cases. This was followed by E.coli, which accounted for 25.71% of the cases, and Staphylococcus aureus, which constituted 12.85% of the cases. There were statistically significant connections found between the prevalence of bacteria and pregnant trimesters (p-value 0.008728. This investigation highlights the significant occurrence of bacterial species in pregnant women, with a special emphasis on Streptococcus agalactiae (GBS). Nevertheless, the presence of substantial connections between the incidence of bacteria and trimesters suggests the necessity for more comprehensive investigations with bigger sample sizes to establish definitive links. Comprehending these associations is imperative for the implementation of customized preventative interventions and the proficient administration of bacterial illnesses throughout pregnancy to protect the health of both the mother and the newborn.