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What distinguishes acute inflammation from chronic inflammation?
What distinguishes acute inflammation from chronic inflammation?
- Duration of the inflammatory response (correct)
- General reaction of the body
- Type of chemical mediators released
- Severity of tissue injury
What characterizes the initial vascular response in acute inflammation?
What characterizes the initial vascular response in acute inflammation?
- Permanent vasodilatation
- Stable capillary function
- Decreased vascular permeability
- Transient vasoconstriction (correct)
What is the primary aim of inflammation?
What is the primary aim of inflammation?
- To induce vasoconstriction
- To cause tissue injury
- To prolong the effects of toxic agents
- To get rid of irritants (correct)
What are the primary components affected by changes in the microcirculation during inflammation?
What are the primary components affected by changes in the microcirculation during inflammation?
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What is the main effect of vasodilatation during acute inflammation?
What is the main effect of vasodilatation during acute inflammation?
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