Unexplained chest pain (UCP) located in the mid-chest area behind the breastbone is a common problem. This fact sheet describes the condition and differentiates it from coronary pain.
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Skip to contentUnexplained chest pain (UCP) located in the mid-chest area behind the breastbone is a common problem. This fact sheet describes the condition and differentiates it from coronary pain.
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