Search for dissertations about: "ATHEROSCLEROTIC PLAQUES"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 124 swedish dissertations containing the words ATHEROSCLEROTIC PLAQUES.

  2. 1. Ultrasound features of human carotid plaques

    Author : Gerd Östling; Malmö Institutionen för kliniska vetenskaper; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; atherosclerosis; carotid plaques; echogenicity; diabetes; obesity; beta-blocker; grey scale median;

    Abstract : Atherosclerotic plaques in the carotid arteries are common in a middle-aged population. When a carotid plaque ruptures it may result in a cerebrovascular event. However, only a minor part of carotid plaques will eventually rupture. Finding those plaques is essential to decide the most appropriate treatment strategy. READ MORE

  4. 2. Ultrasound assessment of carotid atherosclerosis focusing on plaque characteristics and changes over time

    Author : Ulrica Prahl; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : Ultrasound; Carotid artery; Women; Plaques; Echogenicity; Atherosclerosis;

    Abstract : In a clinical perspective better methods to identify subjects at increased cardiovascular risk are needed. Atherosclerotic plaques of the carotid arteries with low echogenicity have been related to future clinical events. READ MORE

  5. 3. Extracellular matrix in atherosclerotic plaques: its role in plaque stability

    Author : Christoffer Tengryd; Kardiovaskulär forskning - translationella studier; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Extracellular matrix; Laminin; Collagen; Proteoglycans; Atherosclerosis; Carotid plaque; TGF-β;

    Abstract : Atherosclerosis is a systemic disease affecting the large arteries caused by the accumulation of lipids in the vessel wall. Cardiovascular disease due to atherosclerosis is today the most common cause of death globally through its end consequences: myocardial infarctions and stroke. READ MORE

  6. 4. The role of smooth muscle cells in calcification of atherosclerotic plaques

    Author : Till Seime; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Calcification (CALC) is a predominant feature of late-stage cardiovascular disease (CVD) but responsible mechanisms and its contribution to the risk of clinical events remain unclear. Formation of highly mineralized extracellular matrix (ECM) leads to progressive aortic valve stenosis (AVS) and has been identified as a surrogate marker for atherosclerotic disease burden. READ MORE

  7. 5. Atherosclerotic Plaque Stability and Vascular Repair

    Author : Anki Knutsson; Kärlväggsbiologi; []
    Keywords : atherosclerosis; diabetes; repair; inflammation; extracellular matrix;

    Abstract : Myocardial infarction and stroke are two of the most common causes of death in the world, mainly caused by a rupture of an atherosclerotic plaque. A vulnerable atherosclerotic plaque is a high-risk plaque that can form a thrombus by rupture. READ MORE