Fluorescence spectrum analysis of atherosclerotic plaque using doxycycline

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Using doxycycline (DOXY), fluorescence spectrum analysis was performed on arteriosclerotic lesions, and the efficacy of this method was examined in basic and clinical studies. In the basic study, DOXY 50 mg was administered intravenously to arteriosclerotic rabbits, and the thoracoabdominal aorta removed. Fluorescence spectral analysis was performed on each specimen, and the fluorescence spectral pattern, peak intensity and degree of intimal hypertrophy were studied. In the clinical study, DOXY 200 mg was administered intravenously to 6 human subjects with stable angina and coronary arterial stenosis of greater than 90%, and coronary angiography, coronary angioscopy and fluorescence spectral analysis were performed. DOXY accumulation in the arteriosclerotic intima of rabbit aortae was confirmed. The fluorescence spectrum was monomodal, peaking at around 532 nm. In the noncalcification group, significant correlation was observed between peak intensity and arteriosclerotic intimal thickness. Using DOXY as a fluorescent marker, it was possible to assess the level of arteriosclerotic intimal hypertrophy. Clinically, it was possible to obtain the DOXY spectrum of the coronary arteries.

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Miyagi, M., Nakajima, H., Katoh, T., Usui, M., Amemiya, T., Nagai, Y., & Ibukiyama, C. (1999). Fluorescence spectrum analysis of atherosclerotic plaque using doxycycline. Japanese Circulation Journal, 63(5), 379–386. https://doi.org/10.1253/jcj.63.379

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