Framingham Risk Score Calculator|HealthCalculum
Estimate 10-year cardiovascular risk
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What is Framingham Risk Score?
Estimates 10-year cardiovascular disease risk using factors like age,cholesterol,HDL,blood pressure,smoking,and diabetes.
How to Calculate
Enter clinical parameters.Calculator assigns points and estimates CVD risk percentage.
Limitations
Validated for ages 30-74 without known CVD.May overestimate risk in some populations.Use clinical judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a 15% risk mean?
15% means that of 100 people with similar profile,15 will develop CVD in 10 years.Risk <10% is low,10-20% moderate,>20% high.
How can I reduce my risk?
Control blood pressure,reduce cholesterol,quit smoking,control diabetes,exercise,healthy diet.Consult cardiologist for personalized plan.
Is Framingham valid for all ethnicities?
Developed in predominantly white American population.May not be accurate for all ethnicities.Consider population-specific tools.
Should I start statin based on this result?
Treatment decision should be individualized.Risk>7.5-10% generally justifies considering statin,but discuss benefits/risks with your doctor.