Clotting Cascade

The following episode provides a general overview of the clotting cascade. Focus is given to understanding terms such as clotting factors, zymogens, enzymes, cofactors, and proteases. Emphasis is given to understanding the extrinsic, intrinsic, and common pathway. Below are a list of helpful visual explanations of the clotting cascade I have found beneficial over the years. As always I appreciate any and all feedback on how to better this resource.  Resources:   Blood Clotting Cascade   Activation of Coagulation Cascade   Hematology | Hemostasis: Coagulation Cascade   Coagulation cascade | Human anatomy and physiology | Health & Medicine | Khan Academy

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The World of Critical Care podcast discusses medical topics in twenty minutes or less for professionals, new and seasoned, and families struggling to understand the care of their family member. Episodes tackle complex topics, helping to inform students, nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians assistants, and physicians alike in furthering their knowledge.