In  vivo MRI detection of atherosclerosis in ApoE-deficient mice by using tenascin-C-targeted USPIO.

Conclusion Tenascin-C expression increased with the progression of atherosclerosis. Anti-tenascin-C-USPIO could provide a useful molecular imaging tool for detecting and monitoring atherosclerotic plaques by MRI.
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Source: Acta Radiologica - January 1, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Li Y, Liu J, Huang JW, Song JC, Ma ZL, Shi HB Tags: Acta Radiol Source Type: research