blödningsbalans
Blödningsbalans, a Swedish term, translates to "bleeding balance" or "hemorrhagic balance" in English. It refers to the equilibrium between the body's processes that promote blood clotting (hemostasis) and those that prevent excessive clotting or dissolve existing clots (thrombolysis). Maintaining this balance is crucial for health. When the system favors clotting, it can lead to thrombosis, or the formation of dangerous blood clots in blood vessels. Conversely, if the system favors clot dissolution or is impaired in its ability to clot, it can result in excessive bleeding, known as hemorrhage.
Several factors influence blödningsbalans. These include the presence and activity of platelets, which are small blood
Disruptions in blödningsbalans can arise from genetic conditions, acquired diseases (like liver disease or cancer), certain