• The gram-constructive bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes produces streptolysins, water-soluble hemolysins that bind to the ldl cholesterol moieties within the host cell membrane to form a pore. (littlewomenforlittlewomen.com)
  • Chronic tonsillitis is a classic example of a focal infection, in essence it is a chronic infectious-allergic disease with a local inflammatory reaction in the palatine tonsils, which can lead to the development of a whole chain of complications, which are based on the activity of β-hemolytic streptococcus, its antigens and various factors pathogenicity, among which the main place is occupied by streptolysins. (dr-ismail.com)
  • Many streptococci elaborate virulence factors, including streptolysins, DNAases, and hyaluronidase , which contribute to tissue destruction and spread of infection. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Streptolysins are a group of exotoxins and enzymes produced by streptococci and have a local and systemic toxic effect and contribute to the spread of infection in the body. (dr-ismail.com)