Practical Approach for Angina and Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries: A State-of-the-Art Review

Coen K M Boerhout, Marcel A M Beijk, Peter Damman, Jan J Piek, Tim P van de Hoef*

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Abstract

Anginal symptoms are frequently encountered in patients without the presence of significant obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD). It is increasingly recognized that vasomotor disorders, such as an abnormal vasodilatory capacity of the coronary microcirculation or coronary vasospasm, are the dominant pathophysiological substrate in these patients. Although the evidence with respect to angina in patients with non-obstructive coronary arteries is accumulating, the diagnosis and treatment of these patients remains challenging. In this review, we aimed to provide a comprehensive overview regarding the pathophysiological origins of angina with non-obstructive coronary arteries disorders and its diagnostic and therapeutic considerations. Hereby, we provide a practical approach for the management of patents with angina and non-obstructive CAD.

Original languageEnglish
Article numbere52
Pages (from-to)519-534
Number of pages16
JournalKorean circulation journal
Volume53
Issue number8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2023

Keywords

  • ANOCA
  • Abnormal vasodilatory capacity
  • Coronary microvascular disease
  • Vasospasm

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