Utilize our CHA2DS2-VASc Score Calculator to accurately assess the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation. This clinical tool meticulously evaluates key risk factors including congestive heart failure, hypertension, age, diabetes mellitus, prior stroke or TIA, vascular disease, and sex category. Understanding the CHA2DS2-VASc score is critical for guiding decisions regarding antithrombotic therapy and improving patient outcomes in cardiovascular care.
Formula:
The CHA2DS2-VASc score is a sum of points assigned to specific risk factors:
- C - Congestive Heart Failure / LV dysfunction: 1 point
- H - Hypertension: 1 point
- A - Age ≥ 75 years: 2 points
- D - Diabetes Mellitus: 1 point
- S2 - Prior Stroke / TIA / Thromboembolism: 2 points
- V - Vascular disease (prior MI, PAD, aortic plaque): 1 point
- A - Age 65-74 years: 1 point
- Sc - Sex category (Female): 1 point
Total Score = Sum of all applicable points.