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QuestionChoice
This can be used as a 3rd line investigation if there are inconclusive results from non-invasive tests like ECG.
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c
Coronary angiogram
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This would not be useful unless there are other indicators which may suggest a different diagnosis rather than angina.
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d
Chest x-ray
QuestionChoice
This is a 2nd line investigation for angina and would only be used after the less invasive 1st line investigations are done first.
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b
Stress ECHO
QuestionChoice
This is a useful investigation, however, it is very invasive and therefore would be after initial investigations such as an ECG and stress echo.
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e
CT coronary angiography
QuestionChoice
Anginal pain is suspected in this patient and so it is useful to do an ECG to check if there are any other abnormalities.
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a
ECG
Concept
Chapter
2693
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Stable angina
Topic
134
Cardiology
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A 55-year-old male struggles with chest pain when walking with his dog. This is relieved by sitting on the park bench. The patient recalls his father had a similar problem and used 'some sort of spray in the mouth' to help.

What is the most appropriate initial investigation to do?
a