Short- and Long-term exercise induced alterations in haemostasis: a review of the literature

Although regular exercise is beneficial for health, exercise-related thrombotic events, such as venous thromboembolism and myocardial infarctions, are occasionally observed. These events are characterized by a prothrombotic condition in which interactions between coagulation factors, the vessel wall and the fibrinolytic system play an important role. Apparently, various durations and intensities of exercise have different effects on haemostasis and especially high intensity exercise tends to increase the risk of thrombotic events.

Source: Blood Reviews - November 6, 2014 Category: Hematology Authors: Jelle J. Posthuma, Paola E.J. van der Meijden, Hugo ten Cate, Henri M.H. Spronk Tags: REVIEW Source Type: research