Multiple choice

The swelling that results due to the accumulation of excessive tissue fluids is known as:

  1. tumour

  2. lymph node

  3. oedema

  4. bladder

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Oedema refers to abnormal fluid accumulation in tissues causing swelling. Tumors are solid neoplastic growths, lymph nodes are immune structures, and bladder is an organ. Oedema specifically describes tissue fluid swelling from imbalance of hydrostatic and oncotic pressures.