Among the symptoms of coronary heart disease, chest pain is the most common, during which the heart muscle does not receive sufficient oxygenated blood. As chest pain may even be nonspecific and noncardiac, appropriate classification and prevention of misdiagnosis are crucial. In an OPD setup, the primary goal is to rule out acute coronary syndrome or myocardial infarction. It is vital for a physician to take into account the characteristics of the patient as well as the risk factors to assess the initial risk.
Clinical examination, details of pain location and radiation, exacerbating or diminishing factors can help narrow down the diagnosis. Interdisciplinary diagnostic tests, activity tests, and imaging aid in the diagnosis that would lead to proper management and prevent the loss of life. To know the practical recommendations for the management of chest pain, join us in an exclusive…
