Meaning of ANGINA PECTORIS

WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  a heart condition marked by paroxysms of chest pain due to reduced oxygen to the heart
	Synonyms:		angina
	See Also:		cardiopathy, heart condition, heart disease
Biology Dictionary
	Definition:		This is the term used by many people when they are referring to a discomfort of cardiac origins. There are several types of angina and not all originated from the heart. Angina pectoris is the sensation of chest pain, usually brought on by physically or emotionally stressful situations. Angina is usually due to atherosclerotic heart disease which is related to blood cholesterol levels. Coronary vasospasm in an apparently normal vessel can also cause angina. A patient with angina may show abnormal tracings of EKG and may progress to have a heart attack .