A serious complication of BMT that occurs in 30-50% of patients is:

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GVHD (graft-versus-host disease) is a serious complication of bone marrow transplant where the donated bone marrow or stem cells attack the recipient's tissues and organs, leading to significant morbidity and mortality. It occurs in 30-50% of patients undergoing BMT. Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a serious complication that occurs in 30-50% of patients who undergo bone marrow transplantation (BMT). GVHD occurs when the transplanted donor cells (graft) recognize the recipient's body (host) as foreign and attack it. This can lead to a variety of symptoms, ranging from mild skin rash to life-threatening organ damage. Therefore, D is the best choice. The other choices (A, B, and C) are not relevant to this complication.

A Serious Complication of BMT That Occurs in 30-50% of Patients