Correlation of Cognitive Function with Ultrasound Strain Indices in Carotid Plaque
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Impaired cognitive function in patients with atherosclerotic carotid stenosis and correlation with ultrasound strain measurements.
INTRODUCTION It has been postulated that up to 11 million "silent" strokes occur annually. While these patients are without classic neurologic deficits, they may exhibit cognitive decline. In this study, we examine the cognitive function of patients with carotid stenosis. Additionally, we evaluate a noninvasive measure of strain in pulsating carotid artery plaques to determine its ability to pr...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology
سال: 2014
ISSN: 0301-5629
DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2013.08.001