Key result
Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a valuable, noninvasive tool that improves visualization of vessel wall irregularities and intraplaque neovascularization in carotid atherosclerotic lesions.
Why the study?
Does contrast-enhanced ultrasound improve visualization of carotid atherosclerotic plaque lesions?
Does contrast-enhanced ultrasound improve visualization of carotid atherosclerotic plaque lesions?
Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a valuable, noninvasive tool for evaluating vulnerable carotid plaques and intraplaque neovascularization.
Supports contrast-enhanced ultrasound for carotid plaque assessment; leaves open its effect on clinical outcomes pending prospective data.
OBJECTIVE: Contrast-enhanced ultrasound that is used to assess atherosclerotic carotid plaques improves visualization of vessel wall irregularities and provides direct visualization of intraplaque neovascularization. This article illustrates the use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in the assessment of carotid atherosclerotic lesions. CONCLUSION: Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a new, noninvasive, and safe procedure for imaging carotid atherosclerotic lesions. It is a valuable tool for evaluating the vulnerable plaque at risk for rupture and for evaluating both the development and severity of systemic atherosclerotic disease.
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Partovi et al. (2011) conducted a review in Carotid atherosclerotic plaque lesions. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound was evaluated. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a valuable, noninvasive tool that improves visualization of vessel wall irregularities and intraplaque neovascularization in carotid atherosclerotic lesions.
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