Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria has four basic disease mechanisms: hyperhemolysis, venous thrombosis, infection, and bone marrow hypoplasia. Which of these mechanisms is the most severe complication?

a. Hyperhemolysis
b. Infection
c. Venous thrombosis
d. Bone marrow hypoplasia


Correct Answer: C

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