Hemostasis Disorders

Hemophilia C

Discover how Hemophilia C (Factor XI deficiency) differs from types A and B, including its unique symptoms, diagnosis, and modern care.

Hemophilia B

Hemophilia B is a rare, inherited bleeding disorder caused by a lack of Factor IX. Modern treatments now include non-factor and gene therapies

Hemophilia A

Hemophilia A is an X-linked bleeding disorder from a Factor VIII deficiency. It causes deep joint bleeds and is managed by FVIII replacement or gene therapy.

Petechiae: tiny red or purple spots on skin. Often harmless, but can signal underlying issues.

Secondary Hemostasis: Coagulation Cascade

Hemostasis Disorders

Coagulation cascade creates a fibrin mesh that strengthens and stabilizes the platelet plug into a permanent clot.

Platelets clumping in primary hemostasis, forming a sticky plug to seal a wound. Red blood cells visible.

Primary Hemostasis: The Platelet Plug

Hemostasis Disorders

A formation of an quick but unstable plug as a first response to stop bleeding. Our very own platelet patch.

Inside VTE: Blood flow slows, platelets clump, fibrin mesh traps cells, forming a clot. Breakaway clot can travel to lungs, leading to life-threatening pulmonary embolism (PE).

Venous Thrombosis (VTE)

Hemostasis Disorders

Venous thromboembolism: Unilaterla leg pain with lungs at risk. Master Virchow’s triad (stasis, hypercoagulability, injury), recognize DVT & PE, and advocate for early diagnosis & prevention.