Primary hemostasis and platelet function | Start and duration of thrombosis prophylaxis
Primary hemostasis and platelet function The aim of primary hemostasis is to stop bleeding by forming a platelet (thrombus). The platelets are naturally involved in this process, as are a number of different factors (e.g. von Willebrand factor) and receptors. If, for example, a blood vessel is injured, it contracts in the primary reaction (vasoconstriction) … Primary hemostasis and platelet function | Start and duration of thrombosis prophylaxis