Exam questionKROK 1Dentistry ยท 2022
A 58-year-old man was diagnosed with acute heart failure. He presents with a decreased 24-hour urine output. What pathogenetic mechanism is the cause of oliguria in this case?
Answer options
- Decreased number of the functioning glomeruli
- Decreased glomerular filtration
- Decreased oncotic blood pressure
- Increased hydrostatic pressure applied to the capillary wall
- Decreased permeability of the glomerular membrane
Correct answer
Decreased glomerular filtration
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