Hypothesis of “stroke-stop” formula: a tool for risk index determination in development of acute cerebrovascular disease in asymptomatic individuals with carotid stenosis

Abstract

Highlights Stenosis, ulceration of the atherosclerotic plaque and Lp-PLA2 concentration are calculated 3 groups of stroke risk development were set (low, medium and high) Proposed formula form personalized approach to the diagnosis and prevention of stroke

Keywords

• Atherosclerosis
• Carotid artery stenosis
• Vulnerable plaque
• Vascular markers
• Stroke
• Personalized medicine