angina pectoris
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Doctors throughout Asia and Europe prescribe the medication to treat angina pectoris, chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart — typically a result of coronary heart disease.
From Salon
For that reason, I like the Latin term angina pectoris, which means “sensation in the chest.”
From Scientific American
Hemiplegia, or perhaps aphasia or other evidence of localized disturbance, follows central embolism; angina pectoris, with a disturbed cardiac action, results from embolism of the coronary artery.
From Project Gutenberg
Charcot, the distinguished neurologist, suffered from attacks of angina pectoris, and was asked by his family to consult a distinguished heart specialist for them.
From Project Gutenberg
The benevolent and accomplished Dr. Arnold was taken from us by angina pectoris.
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