Types Of Coronary Artery Disease
Health Encyclopedia: Unstable Angina
Unstable angina describes a syndrome that is intermediate between stable angina and myocardial infarction (heart attack): it is characterized by an accelerating or "crescendo" pattern of chest pain that lasts longer than in stable angina, occurs at rest or with less exertion than in stable angina, or is less responsive to medication.
Unstable angina and myocardial infarction are considered acute coronary syndromes, while stable angina is a chronic condition.
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Expert & Community Posts
Russert's Death Deemed Preventable: What You Need to Ask Your Doctor
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Byetta for the Heart
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Blocked Arteries and Low Cholesterol: Now What?
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“Stent Wars": Everything You Need to Know About Stents
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Types of Obesity
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Health Guide
Angina Treatment Patient Guide- Enhanced External Counterpulsation
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...coronary arteries. These arteries carry oxygen-rich blood to the heart's muscular walls (the myocardium).Coronary Artery DiseaseCoronary artery disease is the most common cause of heart attacks.... Read more »Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Patient Guide
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