Low attenuation plaque volume on coronary computed tomography angiography is associated with plaque progression
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DOI: 10.1097/mca.0000000000001103
Abstract: Background Patient-related clinical factors, laboratory factors, and some imaging factors may lead to statistical bias when investigating coronary plaque progression. In this study, we avoided patient characteristics by comparing morphological characteristics of plaque progression and… read more here.
Keywords: coronary computed; progression; volume; plaque progression ... See more keywords
Osteomodulin Gene Expression Is Associated With Plaque Calcification, Stability, and Fewer Cardiovascular Events in the CPIP Cohort
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DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.121.037223
Abstract: Supplemental Digital Content is available in the text. Background: Stable atherosclerotic plaques are characterized by thick fibrous caps of smooth muscle cells, collagen, and macrocalcifications. Identifying factors of plaque stability is necessary to design drugs… read more here.
Keywords: associated plaque; calcification; expression; plaque calcification ... See more keywords