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Mechanisms of Pedal Edema

Definition: existence of the excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extending upward
- Further classified as pitting (depress-able) and non-pitting

Pitting pedal edema

Differential Diagnosis of Pedal Edema

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 ==Background==
-it is the existence of the excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extending upward. This swelling is further classified as pitting or depress-able and the non-pitting edema.
 [[File:Mechanisms of Lower Extremity Edema.png|thumb|Mechanisms of Pedal Edema]]
+*Definition: existence of the excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extending upward
+**Further classified as pitting (depress-able) and non-pitting
+===Causes===
 *Increased hydrostatic pressure
 *Decreased oncotic pressure