Cor Vasa 2006, 48(5):192-196 | DOI: 10.33678/cor.2006.058
Virtual histology a novel method in interventional cardiology.
- II. interní klinika kardiologie a angiologie, Všeobecná fakultní nemocnice a 1. lékařská fakulta Univerzity Karlovy, Praha, Česká republika
This review describes a new diagnostic method called virtual histology. The basic principles, indications, limitations and description of the technique are discussed. The authors present their own experience with virtual histology.
Keywords: Virtual histology; Intravascular ultrasound; Unstable atherosclerotic plaque; Regression of atherosclerosis
Published: May 1, 2006 Show citation
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