Clinical Trial Report: The Presence and Rupture of Vulnerable Plaques in the Peripheral Circulation
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The incidence, associated risk factors, and clinical consequences of coronary artery plaque rupture have been previously well described [1, 2]. In contrast, similar data for the peripheral vasculature are notably lacking. Okura et al. investigate the prevalence of plaque rupture in the iliofemoral circulation by intravascular ultrasound (IVUS). The authors examine the relationship between the presence of plaque rupture and patient characteristics and correlate their findings with clinical outcomes.
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