Characterization of healing following atherosclerotic carotid plaque rupture in acutely symptomatic patients: an exploratory study using in vivo cardiovascular magnetic resonance
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Carotid plaque rupture, characterized by ruptured fibrous cap (FC), is associated with subsequent cerebrovascular events. However, ruptured FC may heal following stroke and convey decreased risk of future events. This study aims to c...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2011-10-01
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Series: | Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance |
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Online Access: | http://www.jcmr-online.com/content/13/1/64 |