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Featured: Angina Main ArticleAngina is chest pain that is due to an inadequate supply of oxygen to the heart muscle. Angina can be caused by coronary artery disease or spasm of the coronary arteries. EKG, exercise treadmill, stress echocardiography, stress thallium, and cardiac catheterization are important tests used in the diagnosis of angina. Patient Discussions - Viewers share their commentsLocal Resources - Find a local Doctor in your town
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