Case 93

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CASE 93

History: A patient presents with progressive dyspnea on exertion and pedal edema.

1. What etiologies can cause this finding? (Choose all that apply.)

A. Open heart surgery

B. Radiation therapy

C. Viral infection

D. Tuberculosis

2. What is the pericardial abnormality?

C. Calcification

3. Given the patient’s symptoms, what is the most likely diagnosis?

A. Acute pericarditis

B. Constrictive pericarditis

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