title: Spontaneous Bruising in a Family Practice Population: How common and how benign is it?
abstract: Purpura simplex, or the syndrome of "easy bruisability," is a benign, non-progressive clinical entity that can at times mimic more serious bleeding disorders. This study investigated the incidence of spontaneous bruising in a family practice population. Results suggest that spontaneous bruising is very common, particularly in women. Postulated mechanisms for purpura simplex are briefly reviewed.
authors.forename: A V
authors.initials: AV
authors.lastname: Modi