Diagnosis and management of stable angina in primary care

摘要

Stable angina is a common presentation in primary care. It is a symptom indicative of myocardial ischaemia rather than a disease itself. Two million people in the UK suffer from angina, and coronary heart disease accounts for around one in six deaths in the UK. Therefore, it is of pivotal importance that doctors should be informed about the symptoms of angina and their management.