Which of the following is NOT a constituent of Virchow's traid ?
Correct answer: D. Increased venous blood pressure
- A. Damage to endothelium due to injury or inflammation
- B. Diminished rate of blood flow
- C. Increased coagulability of blood
- D. Increased venous blood pressure
Explanation
Virchow’s triad consists of endothelial injury, abnormal blood flow such as stasis, and hypercoagulability. Increased venous blood pressure may promote stasis but is not itself one of the three named components.
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