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Noncalcified Plaque Monitoring

Meaning

Noncalcified Plaque Monitoring is a specialized clinical procedure involving advanced cardiovascular imaging, such as Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA), to detect, quantify, and track the volume and composition of soft, lipid-rich atherosclerotic lesions within the arterial walls. Unlike stable, calcified plaque, noncalcified plaque is considered vulnerable and prone to rupture, making its monitoring a critical component of proactive cardiovascular risk assessment. This surveillance provides a direct, tangible measure of systemic vascular inflammation and is often linked to underlying hormonal and metabolic dysregulation.