Definition: Chest pain or other discomfort in the chest, shoulders, arms, or abdomen caused by cardiac ischemia (insufficient oxygen in a portion of the heart muscle.) Most commonly due to coronary artery disease.
Also Known As: Angina pectoris
Angina
By Richard N. Fogoros, M.D., About.com
Created: December 3, 2003
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