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Imaging Carotid Atherosclerosis Plaque Ulceration: Comparison of Advanced Imaging Modalities and Recent Developments.

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Abstract

Atherosclerosis remains the leading cause of long-term mortality and morbidity worldwide, despite remarkable advancement in its management. Vulnerable atherosclerotic plaques are principally responsible for thromboembolic events in various arterial territories such as carotid, coronary, and lower limb vessels. Carotid plaque ulceration is one of the key features associated with plaque vulnerability and is considered a notable indicator of previous plaque rupture and possible future cerebrovascular events. Multiple imaging modalities have been used to assess the degree of carotid plaque ulceration for diagnostic and research purposes. Early diagnosis and management of carotid artery disease could prevent further cerebrovascular events. In this review, we highlight the merits and limitations of various imaging techniques for identifying plaque ulceration.

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Keywords

Carotid Artery Diseases, Carotid Stenosis, Diagnostic Imaging, Humans, Male, Plaque, Atherosclerotic

Journal Title

AJNR Am J Neuroradiol

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Journal ISSN

0195-6108
1936-959X

Volume Title

38

Publisher

American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR)
Sponsorship
TCC (None)
British Heart Foundation (None)
British Heart Foundation (None)
European Commission (224297)