When the Lymphatic Structures of a Limb Are Blocked Due

question 27

Multiple Choice

When the lymphatic structures of a limb are blocked due to tumors, the result is .

• A) shrinkage of tissues distal in the limb to the blockage due to inadequate delivery of lymph
• B) severe localized edema distal to the blockage of that limb
• C) abnormally high lymph drainage from the distal region
• D) increased pressure in the lymphatics proximal in the limb to the blockage

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