Pathology – MCQ 57 – Vascular changes in acute inflammation

All of the following vascular changes are observed in acute inflammation, except:
A. Vasodilation
B. Stasis of blood
C. Increased vascular permeability
D. Decreased hydrostatic pressure

Correct answer : D. Decreased hydrostatic pressure

Acute inflammation is characterised by increase in hydrostatic pressure. (Due to vasodilation, there is increased blood flow which increases the hydrostatic pressure)

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