Cor Pulmonale Is

Question

Cor pulmonale is:
A) A mass of undissolved matter in the pulmonary artery.
B) A form of pneumonoconiosis.
C) An accumulation of fluid in the pulmonary tissues.
D) Hypertrophy and failure of the right ventricle of the heart.

Accepted Answer

Cor pulmonale is a condition where the right ventricle of the heart becomes hypertrophied (enlarged) and eventually fails due to increased pressure in the pulmonary artery and lungs. It is typically caused by underlying lung disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary embolism, or pulmonary fibrosis.