Heavy menstrual bleeding and frequent nosebleeds

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A 35-year-old woman presents with complaints of easy bruising, heavy menstrual bleeding, and frequent nosebleeds. Upon conducting laboratory tests, the results show a prolonged bleeding time, a normal platelet count, and a normal coagulation profile. A deficiency of von Willebrand factor is suspected. Which of the following describes the underlying pathophysiology?

Active platelet destruction Enhanced platelet aggregation Impaired adhesion of platelets to endothelium Inflammation in the vessel walls.

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