title: Hemostasis : components and processes.
abstract: Hemostasis is a host defense mechanism that protects the integrity of the vascular system after tissue injury. It works in conjunction with other inflammatory, immune, and repair mechanisms to produce a coordinated response. Hemostatic systems are generally quiescent, but following tissue injury or damage these systems are rapidly activated.
authors.affiliation: Department of Haematology, Haemophilia Centre and Haemostasis Unit, Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine, London, UK.
authors.forename: K J
authors.initials: KJ
authors.lastname: Pasi