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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?

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