Cardiovascular Radiology Glossary
100 terms total — 4 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026
restenosis
Re-narrowing of previously treated vessel segment, typically occurring within 6-12 months.
TIMI flow
Standardized grading system for epicardial coronary blood flow assessment.
TIMI grade
Standardized classification system for coronary blood flow velocity and completeness in angiography.
vulnerable plaque
Atherosclerotic lesion with high-risk morphological features predisposing to rupture and thrombotic events.
wire bias
Tendency of guidewire tip to preferentially track toward one branch at vessel bifurcations.