Which statement does NOT apply to emphysema?
A) The surface area available for gas exchange is greatly reduced.
B) A genetic defect may lead to breakdown of elastic fibers.
C) The ventilation/perfusion ratio remains constant.
D) Expiration is impaired.

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The ventilation/perfusion ratio does not remain constant in emphysema; it is often disrupted due to the destruction of alveoli and capillaries, leading to mismatched ventilation and blood flow.

Which Statement Does NOT Apply to Emphysema