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Technology Insight: In Vivo Coronary Plaque Classification by Intravascular Ultrasonography Radiofre
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Title Technology Insight: In Vivo Coronary Plaque Classification by Intravascular Ultrasonography Radiofre
Url http://www.medscape.com/viewprogram/8820?src=rss
Description Intravascular ultrasonography (IVUS) assesses plaque area and IVUS-derived virtual histology provides detailed plaque morphology. The uses of these tools in coronary artery assessment in patients at risk for acute coronary syndromes are reviewed. Nature Clinical Practice Cardiovascular Medicine
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Date Feb 27, 2008
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