The puncture site may require additional pressure to stop bleeding when the patient:

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Anticoagulants and aspirin are both blood thinners that can slow down the clotting process, leading to prolonged bleeding. As a result, when a patient is taking these medications, or frequently takes aspirin, extra pressure may be needed to stop bleeding at the puncture site. Low blood pressure does not have a direct impact on clotting, so it is not a major factor in the need for additional pressure.

The Puncture Site May Require Additional Pressure to Stop Bleeding