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1
Q

What is the difference between stable and unstable angina?

A

Stable = symptoms occur with consistent physical exertion that is relieved at rest; this has been occurring for a long period of time

unstable = when angina first occurs; onset of symptoms with less physical exertion; symptoms occur at rest
–> can very easily lead to MI

2
Q

Why might there be a reduced myocardial O2 supply?

A
  1. Coronary artery disease
    - atherosclerosis
    - spasm
    - vasculitis disorders
    - post-radiation therapy
  2. Severe anaemia
3
Q

Why might there be an increased myocardial O2 demand?

A
  1. LVH
    - hypertension
    - aortic stenosis
    - aortic regurgitation
    - hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
  2. RVH
    - pulmonary hypertension
    - pulmonary stenosis
  3. Rapid tachyarrhythmias
4
Q

What are the risk factors for angina?

A
  1. > 45 M or >55 F
  2. smoking
  3. DM
  4. Dyslipidaemia
  5. Family history
  6. HTN
  7. Kidney disease
  8. Obesity
  9. physical inactivity
  10. Prolonged psychosocial stress
5
Q

What are the S+S for angina?

A
  1. chest discomfort
  2. Pain experienced in epigastrum, back, neck, jaw
  3. Pain subsides with rest within 3-10 minutes
  4. precipitated by exertion or emotional stress
  5. Increased pulse and BP on exercise
  6. Pain may be accompanied by breathlessness, sweating and nausea
6
Q

How is angina diagnosed?

A
  1. CRP - inflammatory marker
    - average is 1-3 mg/L
    - high CRP means increased risk of heart attack
  2. ECG - planar or ST depression (reduced O2 = endocardium likely to be damaged)
    - Early ST depression
    - Poor exercise tolerance
    - Exertion arrhythmias or HTN
  3. Angiography:
    - only really used when PCI or CABG being considered
7
Q

How is angina managed/treated?

A
  1. LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION
  2. GTN (either pill or spray) –> releases NO = vasodilator
  3. Aspirin: inhibits thromboxane mediated constriction and platelet aggregation
  4. CCB: reduces heart workload by reducing contractility
  5. BB: -ve inotropic and chronotropic effects; helps blood vessels relax + improves blood flow
  6. Statin: lower level of LDL = increases HDL
    - reduces likelihood of plaque buildup