What is the primary mechanism by which beriberi, a disease caused by thiamine deficiency, leads to cardiovascular complications?
A
Increased blood pressure due to vasoconstriction
B
Decreased blood pressure due to vasodilation
C
Impaired cardiac function leading to heart failure
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D
Enhanced platelet aggregation leading to thrombosis
Explanation
Thiamine deficiency impairs the heart's ability to function properly, leading to heart failure.
Source
Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry
Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders
Nutrition and Health
Vitamin Deficiencies
Hard
MEDICAL
Confidence: high
