Cardiac Syndrome X
Cardiac Syndrome X Definition
Cardiac syndrome X is a kind of chest pain associated with reduced blood flow to the heart but the coronary arteries remain normal. This disorder is found to be an effect of other vasospastic problems such as Raynaud's phenomenon and migraine.
Cardiac Syndrome X Diagnosis
Cardiac syndrome X is diagnosed by appropriate stress testing and a coronary angiogram to exclude other possible conditions that cause chest pain.
Cardiac Syndrome X Symptoms and Signs
The main sign of the sickness is chest pain. Migraine can also occur in this state.
Cardiac Syndrome X Treatment
This disorder responds effectively with calcium channel blockers, nitrates and beta blockers.