Angina Pectoris is Chest Pain Caused by the Heart's Inability

Question

Angina pectoris is chest pain caused by the heart's inability to obtain enough oxygen.

Accepted Answer

Angina pectoris is a type of chest pain that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get enough blood due to narrowed or blocked arteries. This results in a lack of oxygen to the heart muscle, causing pain or discomfort in the chest, arm, or jaw.