This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Diagnostic and operative ENT, Subject name: ENT
A high tracheostomy may be indicated in 
Select and explain. 
A. Scleroma of the larynx, B. Multiple papillomatosis of larynx, C. Bilateral vocal cord paralysis, D. Carcinoma of larynx
D: Carcinoma of larynx
Answer: D: Carcinoma of larynx 
Explanation: A high tracheostomy may be indicated only in carcinoma of larynx because in such cases, total larynx anyway would ultimately be removed and a fresh tracheostomy made in a clean area lower down A high tracheostomy is done above the level of thyroid isthmus Re: Textbook of Ear, Nose and Throat, Dhingra, 6th Edition; Pg no: 316