Hemostatic
Hemostatic
Hemostatic (pronunciation: /ˌhiːməˈstatɪk/ or /ˌhɛməˈstatɪk/) is a term used in medicine to describe agents that promote hemostasis (the process that causes bleeding to stop).
Etymology
The term "hemostatic" comes from the Greek words "haima" meaning "blood" and "stasis" meaning "standing still".
Definition
A hemostatic agent is a substance that promotes hemostasis, either by accelerating the coagulation process (the transformation of blood from a liquid to a gel, forming a blood clot) or by aiding in the formation of a platelet plug during primary hemostasis.
Types of Hemostatic Agents
There are several types of hemostatic agents used in medical practice, including:
- Topical Hemostatic Agents: These are applied directly to a wound to control bleeding. Examples include gelatin sponge, oxidized cellulose, and topical thrombin.
- Systemic Hemostatic Agents: These are drugs that are given orally or intravenously to promote coagulation. Examples include vitamin K, fresh frozen plasma, and prothrombin complex concentrate.
- Mechanical Hemostatic Agents: These include devices or techniques that physically control bleeding, such as surgical sutures, hemostatic clamp, and electrocautery.
Related Terms
- Hemostasis: The process of stopping bleeding.
- Coagulation: The process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a clot.
- Platelet: A type of blood cell that helps prevent bleeding by forming clots.
- Thrombin: An enzyme in blood plasma that causes the clotting of blood.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hemostatic
- Wikipedia's article - Hemostatic
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