clinical characteristics of bleeding disorders

Platelet/Vascular Defect

  • Skin, mucous membranes
  • Petechiae, ecchymoses
  • Bleeding After minor cuts: yes
  • Bleeding After surgery: immediate, mild

Coagulation Defect

  • Deep in soft tissues (muscles, joints)
  • Hemarthroses, hematomas
  • Bleeding After minor cuts: unusual
  • Bleedgin After surgery: delayed, severe