APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

CHEST AND CARDIOVASCULAR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Congestive Heart Failure is a stage when fluid builds up around the heart causing it to be unable to pump blood properly.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Fluid buildup happens because the flow of blood through your heart is too slow. As a result, blood backs up in the vessels that return the blood to your heart. Fluid may leak from the blood vessels and collect in the tissues of your body, causing swelling (edema) and other problems.

Detailed explanation-2: -With congestive heart failure, the heart’s capacity to pump blood cannot keep up with the body’s need. As the heart weakens, blood begins to back up and force liquid through the capillary walls. The term “congestive” refers to the resulting buildup of fluid in the ankles and feet, arms, lungs, and/or other organs.

Detailed explanation-3: -Conditions including high blood pressure, valve disease, thyroid disease, kidney disease, diabetes, or heart defects present at birth can all cause heart failure. In addition, heart failure can happen when several diseases or conditions are present at once.

Detailed explanation-4: -Congestive heart failure This condition occurs when your heart isn’t pumping blood efficiently. It can lead to fluid around your heart and other complications.

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