Venous obstruction leads to edema because it ________ pressure.

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Increased fluid accumulation in the interstitial space also occurs when the lymphatic flow is impaired or when capillaries become more permeable and "leak" fluid.These pressure gradients lead to edema.Interstitial fluid colloid osmotic pressure increases play a role in edema.Arterial blood pressure does not lead to edema.Decreased tissue pressure does not lead to edema in venous obstruction.

Venous Obstruction Leads to Edema Because It ________ Pressure