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A 65-year-old African-American man is admitted to the hospital for severe shortness of breath. He states that he has been having increased difficulty breathing when performing physical activity. Lung auscultation reveals bilateral crackles. His blood pressure is 125/85 mm Hg, and his heart rate is 85/min, with no rubs or murmurs detected on cardiac auscultation. Blood tests show no infection. Coronary artery angiography is performed and shows no significant vascular disease. What is the most likely cause ofthis patient's disease manifestations?
© A. Aortic stricture
© B. Fibrosis ofthe endocardium
© C. Fibrotic debris within the pericardial membrane
© D. Ischemia ofthe myocardium
© E. Ventricular dysfunction
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| maoudoody
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| macintosh
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maoudoody wrote:
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| macintosh
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History rules out IHD. There are signs of congestive heart disease. Cardiomyopathy is the most common cause of congestive heart disease.
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