The Smooth Endothelium - How Your Body Prevents Clotting

Explore the intricate mechanisms of primary hemostasis in this informative 13-minute video from Medicosis Perfectionalis. Delve into the dynamic balance between the smooth endothelium and thrombocytes, understanding their roles in maintaining blood flow and preventing clotting. Learn about the structure and function of the smooth endothelium, the behavior of platelets in normal and injured states, and the processes of platelet adhesion, activation, and aggregation. Discover how primary hemostasis leads to secondary hemostasis and the subsequent fibrinolysis process. Gain valuable insights into the complex interplay of factors involved in preventing excessive clotting while maintaining the body's ability to form clots when necessary.