Ultrasonographic characterization and identification of symptomatic carotid plaques

Annu Int Conf IEEE Eng Med Biol Soc. 2010:2010:6110-3. doi: 10.1109/IEMBS.2010.5627811.

Abstract

Carotid plaques are the main cause of neurological symptoms due to distal embolization or flow reduction. An objective classification of such lesions into symptomatic or asymptomatic is crucial for optimal treatment planning.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Carotid Arteries / diagnostic imaging*
  • Carotid Arteries / pathology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Plaque, Atherosclerotic / classification
  • Plaque, Atherosclerotic / diagnostic imaging*
  • Radio Waves
  • Ultrasonography