Causes of death in patients with rheumatic heart disease include each of the following
except:
A. heart failure
B. constrictive pericarditis
C. bacterial endocarditis
D. embolization from damaged valves
aanya.bansal Answered question August 20, 2024
The correct answer is: B. constrictive pericarditis
Constrictive pericarditis is a condition where the pericardium (the sac surrounding the heart) becomes thickened and scarred, restricting heart function. While it can be a complication of rheumatic fever, it is not a direct cause of death in patients with rheumatic heart disease.
aanya.bansal Answered question August 20, 2024