Re-emergence of Diphtheria. A Case Report in a Pediatric Emergency at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Karachi

Re-emergence of Diphtheria. A Case Report in a Pediatric Emergency at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Karachi

Diphtheria, caused by Corynebacterium diphtheria, is an acute bacterial infection that primarily affects the respiratory system. With the availability of diphtheria vaccines, the incidence of the disease has significantly decreased globally. However, in recent times, there has been a concerning resu...

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