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Cardiovascular Risk Score Calculation

10-year CVD risk calculation and impact on treatment decisions.

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board
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What is Cardiovascular Risk Score Calculation?

Cardiovascular risk scores estimate the 10-year risk of CVD events in asymptomatic individuals. The ESC 2021 guideline recommends SCORE2.

Lifestyle and pharmacological treatment decisions are based on the risk category.

Symptoms

Asymptomatic risk assessment
In known CVD, secondary prevention is applied

Risk Factors

Age and sex
Smoking
Hypertension
Cholesterol levels
Diabetes

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Risk assessment over the age of 40
  • For statin decisions
  • Additional tests in borderline-risk patients

Treatment Methods

01
Risk calculation with SCORE2
02
Low risk: lifestyle measures
03
Moderate risk: additional risk modifiers
04
High risk: statin + antihypertensive
05
Very high risk: aggressive control
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Assessment of risk modifiers

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You can visit our Kardiyoloji department for these complaints. Our specialist physicians will create the most suitable treatment plan for you.

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