title: Coagulation in the elderly.
abstract: The elderly have few bleeding disorders related exclusively to the aging process. However, abnormalities of coagulation are seen frequently in this group as complications of other illnesses. Thus a good understanding of basic coagulation physiology and testing will provide the necessary tools for therapeutic guidance.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001778:Blood Coagulation Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology; D001779:Blood Coagulation Factors / Q000378:metabolism; D001780:Blood Coagulation Tests; D004211:Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged
chemical_list: D001779:Blood Coagulation Factors