If I can’t stent it, should I care? Unmasking hidden atherosclerosis through novel imaging techniques

Sponsored by Novo Nordisk

Anchorperson: R. Mehran
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Summary

Unveil the potential of novel imaging techniques in identifying hidden atherosclerosis and silent inflammation. This session discusses the role of perivascular adipose tissue in plaque development, highlights advances in early inflammation detection, and explores clinical management of patients with athero-inflammation beyond traditional stenting options.

Learning Objectives

  • To highlight the importance of identifying inflammation earlier in plaque development and in patients with no visible plaque by traditional assessment
  • To explore the role of perivascular adipose tissue in the inflammatory processes that lead to plaque development and instability
  • To examine the clinical applicability of managing patients with silent athero-inflammation