Which complication or association is classically linked with Pertussis?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Secondary bacterial pneumonia
- Step 1: Secondary bacterial pneumonia is classically linked with Pertussis.
Answer
Secondary bacterial pneumonia.
Why not the others: 'Bronchiectasis from cystic fibrosis': it is an inherited disorder. 'Subglottic stenosis': it follows airway injury. 'Rheumatic carditis': it follows streptococcal infection.
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