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Incorrect. This is the pathophysiology of cystic fibrosis.
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d
Mutation of the CFTR gene leading to thick mucus
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Incorrect. This is the pathophysiology of emphysema
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b
Loss of alpha1-antitrypsin
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Incorrect. This is the pathophysiology of transudative pleural effusion.
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c
Heart failure increasing the capillary hydrostatic pressure
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Incorrect. This is the pathophysiology of asbestosis
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e
Inhalation of particles leading to pleural plaque formation
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Correct. Noxious particles can come from cigarette smoking and air pollutants
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a
Noxious particles cause hypersecretion of mucus, and cigarette smoke interferes with cilia in removing these particles
Concept
Chapter
2693
3717
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Topic
132
Respiratory
13126
What is the pathophysiology of chronic bronchitis?
a