Comparative Evaluation of Angioscopy and Intravascular Ultrasound for Assessing Plaque Protrusion During Carotid Artery Stenting Procedures

摘要

BACKGROUND: Evaluation of plaque protrusion after carotid artery stenting (CAS) is important for predicting periprocedural ischemic complications. In contrast to intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), angioscopy allows direct visualization of the plaque. The aim of this study was to evaluate utility and safety of angioscopy during CAS and compare it with IVUS.