Abstract

1. 1. A review of the literature dealing with myxedema complicated by angina pectoris and myocardial infarction disclosed five cases in which autopsy showed that death was caused by acute coronary failure. These cases are summarized. 2. 2. One case of myxedema and angina pectoris in which myocardial infarction 3. developed during treatment with thyroid substance is reported. 4. 3. Before giving thyroid gland products, a careful estimate of the cardiovascular status is necessary.

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