Key result
Contrast-enhanced carotid ultrasound improves plaque morphology assessment and visualizes intraplaque neovascularization.
Why the study?
Characterization of vulnerable carotid plaques and their neovascularization is critical for preventing cerebrovascular events, motivating development of advanced imaging methods.
Can carotid ultrasound with contrast agents visualize adventitial vasa vasorum and plaque neovascularization in patients with atheromatous lesions?
Can carotid ultrasound with contrast agents visualize adventitial vasa vasorum and plaque neovascularization in patients with atheromatous lesions?
Contrast-enhanced carotid ultrasound is a promising imaging modality for identifying vulnerable plaques by visualizing plaque neovascularization and adventitial vasa vasorum.
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May aid vulnerable plaque research; leaves open whether it alters clinical management or outcomes.
Vicenzini et al. (2009) conducted a review in Vulnerable carotid plaque. Carotid ultrasound with ultrasound contrast agents was evaluated. Carotid ultrasound with contrast agents enables enhanced assessment of arterial lumen and plaque morphology, and direct visualization of adventitial vasa vasorum and plaque neovascularization.
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