This flashcard identifies <i>H. influenzae</i> type b as the primary cause of acute epiglottitis, particularly in unvaccinated children.
The most common cause of acute epiglottitis is ___, especially in non-immunized children. <i>H. influenzae</i> type b
| Front | The most common cause of acute epiglottitis is ___, especially in non-immunized children. |
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| Back | H. influenzae type b |
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