Schistocytes or fragmented cells present in promyelocytic acute leukemia (M3) is suggestive of which condition?

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Schistocytes or fragmented cells are evidence of intravascular hemolysis, which can occur in disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), a common complication in acute promyelocytic leukemia (M3). Hematuria, liver disease, and splenomegaly may not necessarily manifest with schistocytes.

Schistocytes or Fragmented Cells Present in Promyelocytic Acute Leukemia (M3)