Emphysema results from destruction of alveolar walls and capillaries, which is due to

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The pathologic changes leading to alveolar destruction are associated with the release of proteolytic enzymes from inflammatory cells such as neutrophils and macrophages.While air trapping occurs in emphysema, the destruction of alveolar walls and capillaries is due to release of proteolytic enzymes.Lack of a₁-antitrypsin can result in emphysema.Autoantibodies are not involved in destruction of alveolar walls and capillaries in emphysema.

Emphysema Results from Destruction of Alveolar Walls and Capillaries, Which