Contrast-enhanced ultrasound for assessing carotid atherosclerotic plaque lesions.
AJR Am J Roentgenol
; 198(1): W13-9, 2012 Jan.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-22194509
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
Contrast-enhanced ultrasound that is used to assess atherosclerotic carotid plaques improves visualization of vessel wall irregularities and provides direct visualization of intraplaque neovascularization. This article illustrates the use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in the assessment of carotid atherosclerotic lesions.CONCLUSION:
Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a new, noninvasive, and safe procedure for imaging carotid atherosclerotic lesions. It is a valuable tool for evaluating the vulnerable plaque at risk for rupture and for evaluating both the development and severity of systemic atherosclerotic disease.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Carotid Stenosis
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Ultrasonography, Doppler
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Contrast Media
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Atherosclerosis
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Neovascularization, Pathologic
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
AJR Am J Roentgenol
Year:
2012
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United States