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USMLE · Question #303

Which of the following is not a cause of peripheral edema?

The correct answer is D. Decreased capillary output. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Which of the following is not a cause of peripheral edema?

Options

AIncreased capillary permeability
BReduced levels of plasma proteins
CHeart failure
DDecreased capillary output

How the community answered

(33 responses)

A
9% (3)
B
3% (1)
C
6% (2)
D
82% (27)

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