Which of the following is NOT a cause of pulmonary edema?

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Hyperproteinemia and increasing osmotic pressure of the blood would not be a cause of pulmonary edema. In fact, an increase in blood protein levels and osmotic pressure can help to draw fluid from the lungs and into the bloodstream, reducing the risk of pulmonary edema. Left-sided congestive heart failure, excessive blood volume (overload), and inhalation of toxic gases can all lead to pulmonary edema.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Cause of Pulmonary