Mayur Bahan Mukherji1, Tamasi Mukherji2, Gourav Bhattacharya3
BACKGROUND
Unstable angina depends on the presence of one or more of the following three historical features-
1. Crescendo angina (more severe, prolonged or frequently) superimposed on a pre-existing relatively stable, exertion related angina pectoris.
2. Angina pectoris at rest as well as with exertion.
3. Angina pectoris of a new onset (usually within one month), which is brought on by minimal exertion.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
This is a descriptive and analytical study of unstable angina. Risk factors and outcome of the cases were studied in Department of Medicine and CCU at KPC Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, from December 2014 to December 2015. Details of patients were collected and they were examined. Investigation were recorded and clinical findings are noted. Later outcome of cases were also recorded.
RESULTS
For a period of one year duration, 60 patients were evaluated and tabulated. By this study, various risk factors were diagnosed and treated. For further evaluation and treatment, certain patients were referred to superspeciality department.
CONCLUSION
By evaluating the risk factors in cases of unstable angina, hidden can be brought out and it helps for the treatment purpose also.
