During the progression of atherosclerosis, development of plaques is initiated by the arterial accumulation and oxidation of low-density lipoproteins (LDLs). This initiates an inflammatory process ...

vulnerable or high-risk plaque, with a higher likelihood of ACS/SCD; and 3) a thrombosed or unstable plaque, which is already disrupted and/or thrombotic, and the immediate cause of ACS/SCD in a ...

A thrombus is an important component of the active and unstable atherosclerotic coronary plaque. A thrombus exhibits unique physical properties and commonly displays profound abnormal vascular ...