Which of the following alterations could lead to edema?

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A fall in the concentration of plasma proteins (option B) would decrease the colloid osmotic pressure and cause fluid to leak out of the capillary into the interstitial space. This, combined with blocked lymph vessels (option C) preventing the removal of excess interstitial fluid, would lead to edema. A fall in capillary blood pressure (option A) would reduce filtration of fluid into the interstitial space and therefore would not cause edema. Option D is incorrect because a fall in capillary blood pressure would not lead to edema.

Which of the Following Alterations Could Lead to Edema