Increased capillary hydrostatic pressure results in edema because of:
A) Losses or diminished production of plasma albumin
B) Inflammation resulting from an immune response
C) Blockage within the lymphatic channel system
D) Sodium and water retention

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Increased capillary hydrostatic pressure can result from venous obstruction or sodium and water retention.The other options do not accurately describe the cause of edema related to increased capillary hydrostatic pressure.

Increased Capillary Hydrostatic Pressure Results in Edema Because Of