CT Attenuation Analysis of Carotid Intraplaque Hemorrhage [EXTRACRANIAL VASCULAR]

CONCLUSIONS: The results of this preliminary study suggest that CT can be used to identify the presence of intraplaque hemorrhage according to the attenuation. A threshold of 25 HU in the volume acquired after the administration of contrast medium is associated with an optimal sensitivity and specificity. Special care should be given to the correct identification of the ROI.

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Source: American Journal of Neuroradiology - January 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Saba, L., Francone, M., Bassareo, P. P., Lai, L., Sanfilippo, R., Montisci, R., Suri, J. S., De Cecco, C. N., Faa, G. Tags: EXTRACRANIAL VASCULAR Source Type: research