Relationship between lectin-like oxidized low-density lipoprotein receptor 1 expression and preoperative echogenic findings of vulnerable carotid plaque

摘要

Purpose Lectin-like oxidized low-density lipoprotein 1 (LOX1) is an important cell surface receptor for the progression of atherosclerosis. Our purpose is to clarify the relationships of LOX1 and atherosclerotic factors for the vulnerability of carotid plaque and preoperative echogenic findings.