METHODS AND DEVICES FOR DETECTION AND THERAPY OF ATHEROMATOUS PLAQUE

摘要

The present invention relates to devices for detection and therapy of active atheromatous plaque and/or thin-capped fibro-atheroma ("vulnerable plaque"), using selectively targeted fluorescent, radiolabeled, or fluorescent and radiolabeled compositions. The present invention further relates to methods and devices for detection and therapy of active atheromatous plaques and/or vulnerable plaques, using selectively targeted compositions, optionally comprising fluorescent and/or radiolabeled compositions.