Condition
Hypercoagulable states
Andrey Nailor, M.D.Published 21 March 20051 min read
Key points
- Hypercoagulable states are conditions that may lead to the abnormal development of blood clots.
- Blood clots can develop in either arteries or veins.
Alternative names
Thromboembolic states
Definition
Hypercoagulable states are conditions that may lead to the abnormal development of blood clots. Blood clots can develop in either arteries or veins.
Written and revised by
Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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