Which of the following conditions is swelling caused by a blockage of lymph flow?

A) lymphedema
B) lymphangioma
C) lymphadenitis
D) lymphangiography


A
Explanation: Lymphedema is swelling caused by a blockage of lymph flow. Lymphangioma is a lymph vessel tumor. Lymphadenitis is lymph gland inflammation. Lymphangiography is an X-ray of the lymph vessels.

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