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Coronary Artery Spasm

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Alternate Names : Angina - Variant, Variant Angina


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Coronary Artery Spasm Prevention

Prevention can be directed against progression of coronary atherosclerosis and against known angina triggers. Low fat diet and increased exercise may reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. Exposure to cold, cocaine use, cigarette smoking, and high stress situations should be avoided in patients suspected of having coronary spasm.

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Coronary Artery Spasm Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Review Date : 6/4/2002
Reviewed By : Samer Garas, M.D., Division of Cardiology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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