Question

A 58-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of exertional chest tightness that is relieved by rest. He has a history of smoking 20 cigarettes per day for 30 years. An ECG is normal. What is the most appropriate initial investigation to confirm suspected stable angina?

Accepted Answer

CT coronary angiography

Answer

Exercise tolerance test (ETT)

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Coronary angiogram

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Myocardial perfusion scan

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Stress echocardiogram

Practice question

A 58-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of exertional chest tightness that is relieved by rest. He has a history of smoking 20 cigarettes per day for 30 years. An ECG is normal. What is the most appropriate initial investigation to confirm suspected stable angina?