Which outcome results due to a compromised muco-ciliary clearance system?

💡 Explanation

Increased susceptibility to respiratory infection arises because the mucociliary transport system removes pathogens and debris. Failure of this clearance mechanism results in pathogen accumulation; therefore, infections are more easily established, rather than nutrient absorption being affected at the intestinal tract.

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