Elephantiasis Is

Question

Elephantiasis is
A) CO = HR * SV * pulse pressure.
B) caused by the destruction of valves within the lymphatic vessels.
C) edema formation in response to impaired lymphatic drainage.
D) caused by the removal of the spleen.

Accepted Answer

Elephantiasis is a condition that results from impaired lymphatic drainage, causing edema formation and swelling of the affected body part. It is commonly caused by parasitic infections, where the parasites block lymphatic vessels and damage lymph nodes. Option A is an equation for calculating cardiac output, which is not related to elephantiasis. Option B is incorrect, as the destruction of valves within the lymphatic vessels is more commonly associated with chronic venous insufficiency. Option D is also incorrect, as the spleen plays a role in immune function and blood filtration, but is not directly involved in lymphatic drainage.