Carotid Vulnerable-Plaque Feature Assessment — free guideline decision tool
This tool assesses carotid-plaque vulnerability as a checklist of high-risk imaging features, modifying stroke risk beyond stenosis degree.
Open guideline tool →Guideline-based
Implements the decision logic from published clinical guidelines.
Runs in your browser
No installation. Enter the patient's values and get a guideline recommendation instantly.
Data stays local
Nothing is uploaded. Results are for licensed clinicians only.
Common questions
What does Carotid Vulnerable-Plaque Feature Assessment do?
Use to tally vulnerable features (IPH, large lipid core, thin/ruptured cap, ulceration, ultrasound hypoechogenicity) and gauge plaque instability.
How is the result calculated?
Count high-risk features: 0 → no definite vulnerability, 1 → vulnerable features present, ≥ 2 → highly vulnerable. Intraplaque hemorrhage carries particular weight.
Is this a substitute for clinical judgement?
No. All results are decision-support only, for licensed clinicians. They must be individualized to the whole patient and the latest guideline version.
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This tool assesses carotid-plaque vulnerability as a checklist of high-risk imaging features, modifying stroke risk beyond stenosis degree.
Open guideline tool →For licensed clinicians. Not a substitute for clinical judgement.