Which of the following types of anemia is associated with an increased risk of developing splenic infarction?

A Sickle cell anemia ✓
B Thalassemia major
C Hereditary spherocytosis
D Autoimmune hemolytic anemia

Explanation

Sickle cell anemia is associated with an increased risk of developing splenic infarction due to the sickling of red blood cells within the splenic microvasculature, leading to ischemia and infarction.

Source

Williams Hematology
Hematology Hematology: Anemia Hematology: Anemia Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high