Update on clinical imaging of coronary plaque in acute coronary syndrome.
Current evidence suggests that understanding coronary artery disease extends beyond identifying and treating traditional risk factors. Progression of coronary plaque contributes to the development of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). In this article, we reviewed current literature for modalities to image coronary plaque as well as discussed the role of emerging techniques that can improve our understanding of the pathophysiology of ACS.
Koh
Angela S
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Department of Cardiology, National Heart Centre Singapore, Singapore. angela.koh.s.m@singhealth.com.sg
Chia
Stanley
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D054058:Acute Coronary Syndrome / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D023921:Coronary Stenosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D018810:Magnetic Resonance Angiography; D041623:Tomography, Optical Coherence; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D017539:Tunica Intima / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D017540:Tunica Media / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D014463:Ultrasonography