What hemodynamic change is typical of advanced left-sided heart failure?
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Correct answer: Elevated pulmonary capillary wedge pressure with congestion
Left-sided failure leads to increased left atrial/pulmonary venous pressure causing pulmonary oedema and congestion.
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