Detection of Vulnerable Coronary Plaques Using Invasive and Non-Invasive Imaging Modalities

Detection of Vulnerable Coronary Plaques Using Invasive and Non-Invasive Imaging Modalities

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) mostly arises from so-called vulnerable coronary plaques, particularly prone for rupture. Vulnerable plaques comprise a specific type of plaque, called the thin-cap fibroatheroma (TFCA). A TCFA is characterized by a large lipid-rich necrotic core, a thin fibrous cap, in...

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Main Authors: Anna van Veelen, Niels M. R. van der Sangen, Ronak Delewi, Marcel A. M. Beijk, Jose P. S. Henriques, Bimmer E. P. M. Claessen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-03-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
Subjects:
vulnerable plaque
thin-cap fibroatheroma
intracoronary imaging
non-invasive imaging
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/11/5/1361

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