Prinzmetal's angina

Prinzmetal's angina definition - medical

Prinz·met·al's angina (prĭnzˈmĕtˌlz, prĭntsˈ-)

noun
Angina pectoris marked by pain that is not precipitated by cardiac work, is usually of longer duration, and is usually more severe. Also called angina inversa.

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