Step I Elevated PTT and Surgery

[TheSeanieB]

Can someone with a prolonged PTT be operated on as is? Why or why not?

 

[Myxedema]

Can someone with a prolonged PTT be operated on as is? Why or why not?

Depends on the type of procedure (low vs. high risk) and concomitant diseases.

 

[Boardz]

Can someone with a prolonged PTT be operated on as is? Why or why not?

depends on a lot of variables. but to answer your question, duh. yes.

 

[TheSeanieB]

To be honest, I've memorized the pathways but don't understand how to apply them. Is the extrinsic pathway solely responsible for clotting when someone is cut such as surgery?