Emphysema is characterised by -

Question

Emphysema is characterised by - (A) Permanent enlargement and destruction of alveolar area leading to reduction in respiratory surface (B) Inhibition of respiratory centre (C) Accumulation of fluid in lungs (D) Spasm of muscles of trachea

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Correct answer is (a) Permanent enlargement and destruction of alveolar area leading to reduction in respiratory surface

Q. Emphysema is characterised by -

Permanent enlargement and destruction of alveolar area leading to reduction in respiratory surface

Inhibition of respiratory centre

Accumulation of fluid in lungs

Spasm of muscles of trachea

Correct answer is (a) Permanent enlargement and destruction of alveolar area leading to reduction in respiratory surface