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Cardiac Stress Testing for the Diagnosis and Management of Coronary Artery Disease: A Reference for the Primary Care Physician

Choosing the appropriate stress test is important in the workup of patients with possible myocardial ischemia. This choice often is challenging and sometimes confusing because of the plethora of tests and guidelines available. We present a broad overview of commonly available stress tests and indications to help physicians select the…

Posted in: acute coronary syndrome 8 coronary artery disease 15 electrocardiogram 2 myocardial infarction 15 stress test 2

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Prevalence and Self-Reported Medical History of Overweight in a Cardiac Stress Testing Population

Objectives: To determine the prevalence of overweight in a cardiac stress testing population, and the percentage of subjects who indicate a history of overweight. Methods: A total of 251 consecutive subjects presenting for cardiac stress testing in a 450-bed community hospital from June to September 2010 were asked to complete…

Posted in: body mass index 17 Obesity 70 overweight 11 stress test 2
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