Identify the mechanisms by which pathogens gain access to the cardiovascular system?

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Pathogens can enter the cardiovascular system through accidental cuts, scrapes, bites, or abrasions (A), via invasive medical procedures such as injections or surgeries (B), and through vectors like mosquitoes or ticks that directly inject pathogens into the bloodstream (D). Airborne transmission (C) primarily affects the respiratory system and does not directly introduce pathogens into the cardiovascular system.

Identify the Mechanisms by Which Pathogens Gain Access to the Cardiovascular