Galen eCalcs - Calculator: CHA2DS2-VASc for Risk of Stroke
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Description
This assessment tool is an updated version of the CHADS2 assessment tool. The CHA2DS2-VASc for Risk of Stroke assessment determines stroke risk for patients with atrial fibrillation.
Calculator Inputs
| Input | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Congestive Heart Failure | Problems | History of congestive heart failure |
| Hypertension | Problems | History of Hypertension |
| Diabetes Mellitus | Problems | History of Diabetes Mellitus |
| Stroke/TIA/Thromboembolism | Problems | History of stroke \ TIA \ thromboembolism |
| Vascular Disease | Problems | History of vascular disease, such as previous MI, peripheral arterial disease or aortic plaque |
Calculator Outputs
| Output | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Yearly Risk | Result | Yearly risk of thromboembolic event |
References
http://www.mdcalc.com/cha2ds2-vasc-score-for-atrial-fibrillation-stroke-risk/