Vulnerable Plaque: A Review of Current Concepts in Pathophysiology and Imaging

Authors

Mohammed Hasan Khan
Yogita Rochlani
Srikanth Yandrapalli
Wilbert S. Aronow, New York Medical CollegeFollow
William H. Frishman, New York Medical CollegeFollow

DOI

10.1097/CRD.0000000000000238

Journal Title

Cardiology in Review

First Page

3

Last Page

9

Document Type

Review Article

Publication Date

1-2020

Department

Medicine

Abstract

Advances in our understanding of the natural history and biology of atherosclerotic vascular disease led to the concept of a vulnerable plaque (VP), which is predisposed toward more rapid progression and acute coronary events. With newer technologies, we now have at our disposal high-quality imaging studies, both invasive and noninvasive, which promise in identifying plaque characteristics that make it more vulnerable. Upcoming trials aim to evaluate the utility of imaging VP in predicting clinical events. We discuss the role of VP imaging in managing atherosclerotic vascular disease.

Recommended Citation

Khan, M., Rochlani, Y., Yandrapalli, S., Aronow, W. S., & Frishman, W. H. (2020). Vulnerable Plaque: A Review of Current Concepts in Pathophysiology and Imaging. Cardiology in Review, 28 (1), 3-9. https://doi.org/10.1097/CRD.0000000000000238