Easily calculate your 10-year risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) using the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) Pooled Cohort Equations. This tool helps assess your chances of heart attack or stroke based on key health factors, empowering you to discuss potential prevention strategies with your doctor.
Formula:
The ACC/AHA ASCVD Risk Calculator does not rely on a single, simple formula. Instead, it utilizes complex Pooled Cohort Equations derived from extensive research to estimate an individual's 10-year risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), including heart attack and stroke. These equations integrate multiple variables, each weighted differently, to produce a personalized risk score.
Key factors influencing the calculation include:
- Age (years)
- Sex (male/female)
- Race (African American/Other)
- Total Cholesterol (mg/dL)
- HDL Cholesterol (mg/dL)
- Systolic Blood Pressure (mmHg)
- On Hypertension Treatment (yes/no)
- Diabetic (yes/no)
- Smoker (yes/no)