A 26-year-old man is undergoing a regular check-up. One year ago he had a case of tonsillar diphtheria complicated with myocarditis. Presently his condition is satisfactory, no signs of cardiovascular failure; ECG shows first-degree atrioventricular block. What vaccine was administered to this man according to his age?

Answer options

1. Acellular DPT vaccine
2. Adsorbed diphtheria tetanus vaccine (modified)
3. BCG vaccine
4. Tetanus anatoxin
5. Oral polio vaccine (OPV)

Explanation

The adsorbed modified diphtheria-tetanus vaccine is used for routine booster immunization against tetanus and diphtheria in persons of 18 months, 6 and 16 y.o. and older every 10 years subsequently. 1. Immunization, Vaccines, and Biologicals. Diphtheria. Retrieved November 1, 2018, from