Angioscopy.
Angioscopy provides a magnified, real-time, 360-degree view of the endoluminal surface of blood vessels, yielding unique information that is often complementary to conventional angiography. This unique perspective can significantly enhance one's perception and appreciation of endovascular disease. Although angioscopy is primarily used as a research tool, its ability to characterize accurately the morphology and color of atherosclerotic lesions may lead to improved treatment and better clinical outcomes.
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Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University School of Medicine, 510 South Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63110, USA.
D017546:Angioscopy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D016491:Peripheral Vascular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D016896:Treatment Outcome