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Emphysema

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Which of the following is a common characteristic of emphysema?

  • Enlargement of blood vessels in the lungs
  • Enlargement of the bronchial tubes
  • Enlargement of air spaces in the lungs (correct)
  • Enlargement of the heart

    • What causes the air-filled spaces in emphysema?

  • Infection in the bronchial tubes
  • Constriction of the blood vessels
  • Breakdown of the walls of the alveoli (correct)
  • Buildup of fluid in the lungs

    • Who is most commonly affected by emphysema?

  • People with a family history of emphysema
  • Children and young adults
  • Middle-aged or older population (correct)
  • People with asthma

    • What is a major subtype of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

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    What genetic risk factor may lead to the early presentation of emphysema?

    <p>Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

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