title: [Unstable angina pectoris].
abstract: Unstable angina pectoris, a particular form of acute coronary heart disease is described in two exemplary cases. This article will illustrate problems with definition and further (sub-)classification of the disease. Furthermore etiology and pathophysiologic mechanisms as well as diagnostic tools, current management and prognostic aspects will be discussed.
authors.affiliation: Medizinische Abteilung, Anna-Seiler-Haus, Inselspital, Bern.
authors.forename: U
authors.initials: U
authors.lastname: Thurnheer
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Weiss
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000789:Angina, Unstable / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D015906:Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary; D002317:Cardiovascular Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D017023:Coronary Angiography; D004562:Electrocardiography; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009203:Myocardial Infarction / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D011379:Prognosis
chemical_list: D002317:Cardiovascular Agents