Branch Atheromatous Plaque: A Major Cause of Lacunar Infarction (High-Resolution MRI Study)

Abstract

HR-MRI results enabled underlying symptomatic branch atheromatous disease to be detected in lacunar infarction patients. The experience gained during this study indicates that HR-MRI better delineates intracranial arterial lesions, suggesting that its use will lead to a further understanding of the mechanisms involved in stroke.