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Intracoronary Imaging and Intracoronary Functional Tests

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Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and embodies the effect of atherosclerosis – a condition caused by the accumulation of cholesterol in the coronary arterial intima leading to chronic inflammation with endothelial dysfunction, luminal narrowing, and eventually plaque rupture and thrombosis. Understanding the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis and the processes taking place after coronary stent implantation is crucial for improving cardiovascular outcomes. This chapter presents the most commonly used diagnostic intracoronary imaging techniques and functional tests, with an emphasis on technical issues and specific findings related to the female gender.

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Radu, M.D., Holmvang, L. (2017). Intracoronary Imaging and Intracoronary Functional Tests. In: Presbitero, P., Mehilli, J., Petronio, A. (eds) Percutaneous Treatment of Cardiovascular Diseases in Women. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-39611-8_2

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