Streptococcal C5a peptidase vaccine

摘要

Novel vaccines for use against beta-hemolytic Streptococcus colonization or infection are disclosed. The vaccines contain an immunogenic amount of streptococcal C5a peptidase, or a fragment or mutant thereof. Also disclosed is a method of protecting a susceptible mammal against beta-hemolytic Streptococcus colonization or infection by administering such a vaccine.