Mr. Sanchez is a 55-year-old man. He was cutting his grass when he developed chest pain. If his chest pain is being caused by insufficient oxygen getting to the heart, what is the correct medical term?

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Angina pectoris is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood. This is often caused by a narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart. Symptoms of angina may include chest pain, pressure, or tightness, as well as shortness of breath, sweating, or nausea.

Mr Sanchez Is a 55-Year-Old Man