What is the CHA2DS2-VASc score used for?

It is used to estimate the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation and to determine if anticoagulation therapy is necessary.

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CHA2DS2-VASc Score Calculator

Assess the risk of stroke in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation to guide anticoagulation therapy decisions.

Atrial fibrillation (Afib) significantly increases the risk of blood clots forming in the heart, which can travel to the brain and cause a stroke. The CHA2DS2-VASc score is the clinical standard for quantifying this risk. It looks at various health factors—such as age, high blood pressure, and history of heart failure—to determine if the benefits of blood-thinning medication outweigh the risks of bleeding.

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Congestive heart failure / LV dysfunction+1 Points

Hipertensión+1 Points

Edad ≥ 75+2 Points

Diabetes mellitus+1 Points

Stroke/TIA/thromboembolism+2 Points

Vascular disease (MI/PAD/aortic plaque)+1 Points

Age 65–74+1 Points

Sex category: female+1 Points

Age 65–74 and Age ≥ 75 are mutually exclusive.

Result

CHA₂DS₂-VASc Score: 0

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Cómo funciona

The calculator assigns 1 or 2 points to different risk factors. Most notably, a history of stroke or being 75 or older counts for 2 points each, while other factors count for 1.

Fórmula de cálculo

Sum of risk factors (max 9 points)

Ejemplos de cálculo

1. **High Risk**: Age 76, Htn, and Diabetes = **Score 4**.

¿Por qué utilizar esta herramienta en tu vida diaria?

Prevención informada. Este servicio transforma un historial médico complejo en una puntuación de riesgo simple y procesable, lo que permite conversaciones que salvan vidas entre los cardiólogos y sus pacientes.