Ultrasound Characteristics of Symptomatic Carotid Plaques: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Ultrasound Characteristics of Symptomatic Carotid Plaques: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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Basel, Switzerland: S. Karger AG
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English
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Basel, Switzerland: S. Karger AG
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Background: Ultrasound is the most commonly used imaging modality for assessing carotid artery stenosis. A number of studies have demonstrated that surface irregularities, heterogeneous echotexture and hypoechoic plaques are risk factors for acute ischemic stroke. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of the literature to better define...
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Ultrasound Characteristics of Symptomatic Carotid Plaques: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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TN_cdi_gale_healthsolutions_A636994680
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_gale_healthsolutions_A636994680
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1015-9770
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1421-9786
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10.1159/000437339
