Which form of necrosis is most associated with the 'Aschoff body' in rheumatic heart disease?
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Correct answer: Fibrinoid necrosis
Fibrinoid necrosis is often found within the collagen-rich lesions of rheumatic heart disease, specifically within Aschoff bodies. It represents an area of immune-mediated damage to the connective tissue and small vessels.
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