Which condition could potentially result in elevated levels of CVP?

Elevated levels of Central Venous Pressure (CVP) are often associated with conditions that lead to increased right heart filling pressure. Right ventricular failure is one such condition where the heart's right side cannot pump effectively, resulting in blood backing up into the venous system. This increased volume causes pressure to rise in the central veins, which is reflected as an elevated CVP.

In contrast, conditions like hypovolemia and dehydration lead to decreased blood volume and, consequently, lower CVP levels, as there is less blood returning to the heart. Left ventricular failure can cause other complications, but it primarily affects the left side of the heart and does not typically result in elevated CVP directly, though it may indirectly influence right heart function over time. Thus, right ventricular failure directly correlates with elevated CVP because of the systemic effects of poor pumping capability affecting venous return.