Erschienen in:
01.02.2013 | Molecular Imaging (ZA Fayad, Section Editor)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Carotid Atherosclerosis and the Risk of Stroke
verfasst von:
Navneet Singh, Anna E. Zavodni, Alan R. Moody
Erschienen in:
Current Cardiovascular Imaging Reports
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Ausgabe 1/2013
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Abstract
Stroke attributable to carotid atherosclerosis is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity. The clinical management of carotid atherosclerosis presently relies on the degree of stenosis determined by angiography. Degree of stenosis is limited in stratifying patients’ risk of stroke. Advances in magnetic resonance imaging have resulted in the ability to directly assess atherosclerotic plaque components, morphology, and biomechanical stress levels. Components of atherosclerosis, including lipid-rich necrotic core, fibrous cap thickness/disruption, and intraplaque hemorrhage, are promising emerging indicators of stroke. Information beyond luminal stenosis from magnetic resonance imaging may allow for improved detection of patients at risk of stroke from carotid atherosclerosis. We review the recent literature on the relationship of magnetic resonance imaging detected plaque components and cerebrovascular events. Clinical applications of magnetic resonance imaging of carotid plaque components are discussed.