Which outcome of acute inflammation is most likely when the injurious agent is effectively removed and tissue architecture is intact?
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Correct answer: Complete resolution
If the offending stimulus is removed and tissue structure is preserved, acute inflammation can resolve completely with restoration of normal tissue.
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