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The Cardiac Disease Risk Calculator estimates 10-year cardiovascular disease risk using the Framingham Risk Score or ASCVD equations. It considers multiple risk factors including age, gender, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, smoking status, and diabetes to provide personalized risk assessment.
The calculator uses established cardiovascular risk equations:
Where:
Explanation: The algorithm weights each risk factor differently based on extensive population studies to estimate the probability of developing cardiovascular disease over 10 years.
Details: Accurate cardiovascular risk assessment helps identify individuals who may benefit from preventive interventions, lifestyle modifications, and medical treatments to reduce future cardiac events.
Tips: Enter accurate values for all parameters. Use recent laboratory results for cholesterol and blood pressure measurements. The calculator is validated for adults aged 20-79 years.
Q1: What is considered high cardiovascular risk?
A: Generally, ≥20% 10-year risk is considered high, 10-19% intermediate, and <10% low risk.
Q2: How often should cardiovascular risk be assessed?
A: Every 4-6 years for adults with low risk, more frequently for those with risk factors or borderline results.
Q3: Can this calculator be used for everyone?
A: It's validated for adults 20-79 years without established cardiovascular disease. Not for use in pregnant women or those with serious illnesses.
Q4: What lifestyle changes can reduce cardiovascular risk?
A: Smoking cessation, healthy diet, regular exercise, weight management, and blood pressure/cholesterol control can significantly reduce risk.
Q5: Should medication be considered based on risk score?
A: Statins and other preventive medications may be recommended for intermediate to high-risk individuals after discussion with healthcare providers.