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TENS in refractory angina pectoris. Three case reports

P D West¹, D M Colquhoun

¹Repatriation General Hospital, Greenslopes, Qld.

The Medical Journal of Australia

|April 5, 1993

Summary

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Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) offers a potential treatment for refractory angina pectoris in patients unsuitable for surgery. This therapy provided significant pain relief for individuals with severe coronary artery disease.

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Area of Science:

Cardiology
Neurology
Pain Management

Background:

Refractory angina pectoris poses a significant challenge in patients with severe coronary artery disease.
Many patients are unsuitable for revascularization procedures due to extensive or complex coronary anatomy.
Existing medical therapies may be insufficient for managing symptoms in these individuals.