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US7603166B2

Method and apparatus for detection of vulnerable atherosclerotic plaque

University of Texas System

Abstract

Methods for the detection of inflammation associated with vulnerable atherosclerotic plaque to prevent heart attack and stroke are disclosed. The methods are also applicable to detection of infection, cancer, wounds or auto-immune disease in the body. Certain embodiments of the new methods provide …

University
University of Texas System
Assignee
Board Of Regents University Of Texas System
Inventor
S. Ward Casscells, III
Priority date
September 20, 1996
Filing date
August 12, 2003
Grant date
October 13, 2009
Publication date
October 13, 2009
Language
en
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