Background The early phase of atherosclerosis can be studied by two-dimensional B-mode
ultrasonography. Measurements of the combined thickness of the carotid intima and media …

The measurement of intima-media thickness (IMT) of large superficial arteries, especially the
carotid, using high-resolution B-mode ultrasonography has emerged as one of the methods …

In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, the plaque volumes in both
carotid and femoral arteries of 152 probationers were determined by B-mode ultrasound …

Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a common condition often associated with
cardiovascular risk factors and events. With the aid of B-mode ultrasound scanning …

This study presents an innovative automatic system for detecting the intima-media complex
of the far wall of the common carotid artery by applying the snake techniques. Cohen's …

Background—Mutations in the LCAT gene cause lecithin: cholesterol acyltransferase
(LCAT) deficiency, a very rare metabolic disorder with 2 hypoalphalipoproteinemia …

Carotid atherosclerotic lesions are correlated with atherosclerotic deterioration of the arterial
wall in other vascular territories and with cardiovascular events. The detection of pre …

Measurement of CPB and VWV are far superior to measurement of carotid IMT in many
ways, and should replace it. Vessel wall volume can be measured in persons with no plaque …

Background and Purpose To evaluate whether high levels of low-density lipoprotein
cholesterol (LDL-C) may promote the atherogenic effect of lipoprotein (a)[Lp (a)], we …

Introduction Prospective studies have shown that an increased thickness of the carotid wall
is a significant predictor of coronary and cerebrovascular complications. Our purpose was to …