Unstable Carotid Plaque is Associated With Coagulation Function and Platelet Activity Evaluated by Thrombelastography

Background: Rupture of unstable carotid plaque and consequently occlusive thrombus formation for the most part cause ischemic cerebral vascular event. Many researchers have been studying on the risk predictors of carotid plaque formation. But the risk factors for unstable carotid plaque have not been researched for so much. In the current study, we aimed to evaluate the association of coagulation function and carotid plaque especially unstable plaque by thrombelastography (TEG). Methods: This was a cross-sectional study.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research