Two cases of fatal group B streptococcal disease complicated by rhabdomyolysis in the neonate are described. They were identified by blood and cerebrospinal fluid cultures positive for group B streptococcus and by a combination of hyperkalemia, urine dipstick positive for blood without microscopic hematuria, and elevated serum muscle enzymes.
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