Which complication or association is classically linked with Pernicious anaemia?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Subacute combined degeneration of the cord
- Step 1: Subacute combined degeneration of the cord is classically linked with Pernicious anaemia.
Answer
Subacute combined degeneration of the cord.
Why not the others: 'Iron overload cardiomyopathy': it follows excess iron. 'Hyperviscosity syndrome': it follows excess cells or proteins. 'Thalassaemic bone deformity': it follows chronic haemoglobinopathy.
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