The type of Diphtheria with highest moality is
Correct Answer: Laryngeal
Description: Laryngeal diphtheria causes asphyxia due to mechanical obstruction of the respiratory passage by the pseudomembrane. Emergency tracheostomy may be necessary in such cases. Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Anathanarayan and panicker's; 10th edition; Page no: 240
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