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Area of Science:

  • Physiology
  • Hematology
  • Vascular Biology

Background:

  • Hemostasis is a complex physiological system essential for controlling blood fluidity and preventing excessive bleeding.
  • It involves intricate interactions between the vascular wall, platelets, and coagulation factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evolution of knowledge regarding physiological hemostasis.
  • To identify key abnormalities affecting hemostasis in the perioperative period.

Main Methods:

  • A narrative review of relevant English-language literature was conducted.
  • Key papers on hemostasis physiology and pathology were synthesized.

Main Results:

  • Physiological hemostasis comprises primary hemostasis, coagulation, and fibrinolysis, tightly regulated for wound repair and vessel patency.
  • Coagulation is initiated by tissue factor (TF) and amplified via thrombin generation, with regulatory mechanisms like TFPI and protein C.
  • Constitutive and acquired hemostatic defects exist, with variable clinical consequences influenced by genetic and environmental factors.

Conclusions:

  • Hemostasis is a sophisticated defense system vital for blood fluidity and impacting various physiopathological processes.
  • Advancements in understanding hemostasis physiology have significant therapeutic implications.