Three-Dimensional Carotid Plaque MR Imaging

Neuroimaging Clin N Am. 2016 Feb;26(1):1-12. doi: 10.1016/j.nic.2015.09.001. Epub 2015 Oct 19.

Abstract

There has been significant progress made in 3-dimensional (3D) carotid plaque MR imaging techniques in recent years. Three-dimensional plaque imaging clearly represents the future in clinical use. With effective flow-suppression techniques, choices of different contrast weighting acquisitions, and time-efficient imaging approaches, 3D plaque imaging offers flexible imaging plane and view angle analysis, large coverage, multivascular beds capability, and even can be used in fast screening.

Keywords: 3D MR imaging; 3D MRA; 3D vessel wall imaging; Atherosclerosis imaging; Vessel wall imaging; Vulnerable plaque.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms*
  • Animals
  • Carotid Arteries / pathology*
  • Carotid Artery Diseases / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted / methods*
  • Magnetic Resonance Angiography / methods*
  • Reproducibility of Results
  • Sensitivity and Specificity