A genetically linked cause of panlobular emphysema is:
a. bronchiectasis.
b. ?1-antitrypsin deficiency.
c. cystic fibrosis.
d. bronchial asthma.
B
Patients with ?1-antitrypsin deficiency are at risk of developing panlobular emphysema, which primarily affects the lower portions of the lungs.
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a primary barrier uncontrolled area a radiation free area a secondary barrier
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