Angina Flashcards
1
Q
what is the gold standard investigation for angina
A
CT coronary angiography
would also want to do ECG, FBC, U+E, LFT, TFT, HbA1C, and lipid profile
2
Q
what are 4 key points in the management for angina
A
- refer to cardiology (urgent if unstable)
- safety net
- medical treatment
- surgical intervention
3
Q
what are the different medical options in the treatment of angina
A
- relief of symptons (GTN)
- symptom prevention (BB, CCB)
- secondary prevention
4
Q
what are the medications used in secondary prevention for angina
A
asprin
atorvastatin
ACEi
Atenolol
5
Q
what surgical options are there for severe angina
A
percutaneous coronary intervention with angioplasty
coronary artery bypass graft
