Figure 2From: Correlations between carotid plaque progression and mechanical stresses change sign over time: a patient follow up study using MRI and 3D FSI modelsIllustration of the Shrink-Stretch process. The total plaque volume should be conserved. Yellow: lipid; Blue: calcification; light blue: outer wall; Red: lumen. (a) In vivo shape; (b) Numerical starting shape.Back to article page