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While Passing Through a Village on Safari You Notice a Man

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While passing through a village on safari you notice a man with one enormous leg and one normal-sized leg.
What could have caused the increased size of the swollen leg?


Definitions:

Infused

The process of introducing a substance into a body, usually via injection or through the bloodstream, such as with fluids or medication.

Allen Test

A medical procedure used to evaluate the arterial blood flow to the hand, ensuring patency before puncturing the radial artery, for example, for blood gas analysis.

Arterial Puncture

A medical procedure involving the insertion of a needle into an artery, typically to draw blood for diagnostic testing.

Precautionary Measure

Actions taken in advance to prevent potential hazards or to minimize risk in various situations, ranging from health care to environmental management.

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