Research has demonstrated that brief periods of mental stress can trigger sudden symptoms of heart disease in approximately what percentage of patients with stable heart disease

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Research has shown that sudden symptoms of heart disease can be triggered in approximately 30-70% of patients with stable heart disease by brief periods of mental stress. This phenomenon is known as "mental stress-induced myocardial ischemia," which can manifest as chest pain, shortness of breath, or abnormal heart rhythms. It is especially prevalent among individuals with pre-existing coronary artery disease.

Research Has Demonstrated That Brief Periods of Mental Stress Can