Objective:

To investigate the association between phase-specific turbulence index (Tur) derived from vector flow imaging (VFI) and intraplaque neovascularization (IPN) in carotid atherosclerotic plaques, and to evaluate its potential value as a noninvasive hemodynamic biomarker for IPN assessment.

Approach:

Key Findings:

• 82 (75.9%) of the 108 plaques were IPN-positive and 26 (24.1%) were IPN-negative.
• Downstream Tur during end-diastole was significantly lower in IPN-positive plaques (P = 0.008).
• An exploratory multivariable model showed an AUC of 0.830 for internal discrimination.

Interpretation:

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Limitations:

• Single-center study may limit generalizability.
• Sample size may not be sufficient for broader conclusions.

Conclusion:

Rephrase to state that the study suggests Tur may serve as a noninvasive hemodynamic marker for IPN assessment.

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