ASCVD Risk Calculator
Estimate your 10-year risk of heart attack or stroke using the ASCVD (Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease) Risk Calculator based on the Pooled Cohort Equations.
Step 1: Demographics
About ASCVD Risk
ASCVD risk estimates your 10-year chance of having a heart attack or stroke. This calculator uses the Pooled Cohort Equations, which are validated for adults aged 40-79 without prior heart disease.
Step 2: Health Metrics
Risk Factors Explained
Total Cholesterol: Lower is better (ideal <200 mg/dL)
HDL Cholesterol: Higher is better (ideal >60 mg/dL)
Blood Pressure: Optimal is <120/80 mmHg
Smoking: Doubles heart disease risk
ASCVD Risk Assessment Results
10-Year ASCVD Risk
Risk Comparison by Age Group
| Age Group | Low Risk | Average Risk | High Risk | Your Risk |
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Understanding Your Risk Category
Low (<5%): Focus on maintaining healthy lifestyle
Borderline (5-7.5%): Consider lifestyle changes and risk factor monitoring
Intermediate (7.5-20%): Discuss with doctor about preventive medications
High (>20%): Strongly consider medical treatment and intensive lifestyle changes
Personalized Recommendations
Lifestyle Changes
Diet: Mediterranean diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains
Exercise: 150 minutes moderate exercise or 75 minutes vigorous exercise weekly
Smoking: Quit smoking completely to reduce risk by 50% within 1 year
Weight: Achieve and maintain healthy BMI (18.5-24.9)
Medical Interventions
Blood Pressure: Maintain <130/80 mmHg with medication if needed
Cholesterol: Consider statin therapy if risk >7.5%
Diabetes: Keep HbA1c <7% with medication and diet
Aspirin: Consider low-dose aspirin if risk-benefit ratio favors
Monitoring Schedule
Annual: Blood pressure, weight, lifestyle assessment
Every 4-6 years: Full lipid profile (cholesterol test)
As recommended: Blood glucose/diabetes screening
Immediate: See doctor if experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath
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