Tuesday, August 16, 2011

endothelium covering atherosclerotic plaque



Scanning ME of the surface of endothelium covering atherosclerotic plaque (magnification x2400). Endothelial cells contains numerous microvilli (indicated by arrows). Agreggated platetels and leukocytes adhering to endothelium are visible.

Ultrastructural Alteration of Endothelium Covering Advanced Atherosclerotic Plaque in Human Carotid Artery Visualized by Scanning Electrom Microscope