Paroxysmal Nocturnal Haemoglobinuria (PNH) is an acquired haematopoietic stem cell disorder resulting in a partial or total deficiency of proteins normally linked to cell membranes by a glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI) anchor. Classical features are;

• intravascular haemolysis
• bone marrow failure
• thrombotic tendency
• may also include abdominal pain, dysphagia, erectile dysfunction, renal failure, lethargy

It can often go undiagnosed for months or even years. Flow cytometry can provide a definitive diagnosis.

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