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What is the primary cause of acquired erythrocyte fragmentation in Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia (MAHA)?
Forced passage of RBC through partial vascular occlusions
Which condition is characterized by the presence of fragmented red cells (schistocytes) in the blood film?
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)
Which condition is characterized by systemic activation of blood coagulation, resulting in generation and deposition of fibrin, leading to microvascular thrombi in various organs?
Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
Consumption of clotting factors and platelets in DIC can result in which life-threatening problem?
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Accelerated fibrinolysis in some cases of DIC may cause severe bleeding due to:
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