Atherosclerotic Carotid Vulnerable Plaque and Subsequent Stroke: A High-Resolution MRI Study

摘要

BackgroundHigh-resolution contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (CEMRI) has been proven to be an effective tool for the identification of carotid atherosclerotic vulnerable plaque, such as a large lipid core and thin fibrous cap. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between carotid plaque characteristics and the types of stroke in patients who had carotid artery (CA) stenosis ≥50%.