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Ghon complex of the lung usually____________?

Correct answer: B. Undergoes calcification

  • A. Undergoes cavitation
  • B. Undergoes calcification
  • C. Progresses to tuberculous pneumonia
  • D. Progresses to military tuberculosis

Explanation

A primary tuberculous Ghon complex commonly heals by fibrosis and calcification, sometimes becoming a Ranke complex. Cavitation and miliary spread are complications rather than the usual outcome.

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