Vulnerable Plaque: A Review of Current Concepts in Pathophysiology and Imaging.
Journal
Cardiology in review
ISSN: 1538-4683
Titre abrégé: Cardiol Rev
Pays: United States
ID NLM: 9304686
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
Historique:
pubmed:
30
11
2018
medline:
15
4
2020
entrez:
30
11
2018
Statut:
ppublish
Résumé
Advances in our understanding of the natural history and biology of atherosclerotic vascular disease led to the concept of a vulnerable plaque (VP), which is predisposed toward more rapid progression and acute coronary events. With newer technologies, we now have at our disposal high-quality imaging studies, both invasive and noninvasive, which promise in identifying plaque characteristics that make it more vulnerable. Upcoming trials aim to evaluate the utility of imaging VP in predicting clinical events. We discuss the role of VP imaging in managing atherosclerotic vascular disease.
Identifiants
pubmed: 30489331
doi: 10.1097/CRD.0000000000000238
pii: 00045415-202001000-00002
doi:
Types de publication
Journal Article
Review
Langues
eng
Sous-ensembles de citation
IM
Pagination
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