A 67-year-old male was diagnosed with polycythemia vera but refused treatment. His condition is at risk for converting to:
A) chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
B) Burkitt lymphoma.
C) multiple myeloma.
D) acute myeloid leukemia.

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Polycythemia vera is a myeloproliferative neoplasm that involves overproduction of red blood cells. If left untreated, there is a risk of the disease progressing to acute myeloid leukemia (AML). AML is a type of cancer characterized by the rapid growth of abnormal white blood cells in the bone marrow. It is important for individuals with polycythemia vera to receive appropriate treatment to prevent progression to AML.

A 67-Year-Old Male Was Diagnosed with Polycythemia Vera but Refused