CVD Risk Calculator
Calculate your 10-year cardiovascular disease risk using the Framingham Heart Study equation
Calculate Your CVD Risk
Cholesterol Levels
Normal: <200 mg/dL (5.2 mmol/L)
Good: ≥40 mg/dL men, ≥50 mg/dL women
Blood Pressure
Normal: <120 mmHg
Additional Risk Factors
CVD Risk Assessment Results
Framingham CVD Risk Equation
Based on: D'Agostino et al. (2008) - General Cardiovascular Risk Profile
Includes: Age, Gender, Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, Systolic BP, Hypertension Treatment, Smoking, Diabetes
Outcome: 10-year risk of coronary death, MI, coronary insufficiency, angina, stroke, TIA, PAD, or heart failure
Important Medical Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates based on population studies and should not replace professional medical advice. Individual risk factors, family history, and other medical conditions may significantly affect your actual risk. Always consult with healthcare professionals for personalized cardiovascular risk assessment and treatment decisions.
Example Risk Calculations
Case 1: 61-year-old Woman
Patient: 61-year-old female smoker, no diabetes
Lab Values: Total cholesterol 180 mg/dL, HDL 47 mg/dL
Blood Pressure: 124 mmHg systolic, not treated
Result: Approximately 10% 10-year CVD risk
Category: Intermediate risk
Case 2: 53-year-old Man
Patient: 53-year-old male diabetic, non-smoker
Lab Values: Total cholesterol 161 mg/dL, HDL 55 mg/dL
Blood Pressure: 125 mmHg systolic, on treatment
Result: Approximately 15.6% 10-year CVD risk
Category: Intermediate risk
Risk Categories
Low Risk (<7.5%)
Lifestyle modifications focus
Intermediate Risk (7.5-20%)
Consider statin therapy
High Risk (≥20%)
Aggressive treatment recommended
Major Risk Factors
Age
Non-modifiable, increases with time
High Cholesterol
Total cholesterol, low HDL
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension damages arteries
Smoking
Accelerates atherosclerosis
Diabetes
Increases cardiovascular risk
Target Values
Total Cholesterol
<200 mg/dL (5.2 mmol/L)
HDL Cholesterol
≥40 mg/dL men, ≥50 mg/dL women
Blood Pressure
<120/80 mmHg
Lifestyle
No smoking, regular exercise
Understanding Cardiovascular Disease Risk
What is CVD Risk?
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk represents your probability of developing heart attack, stroke, heart failure, or peripheral artery disease within the next 10 years. This calculator uses the validated Framingham Heart Study equation to estimate this risk.
Framingham Heart Study
The Framingham Heart Study, begun in 1948, is one of the longest-running cardiovascular studies. It identified major risk factors for heart disease and developed the equations used in this calculator.
Clinical Applications
- •Guide medication decisions (statins, blood pressure drugs)
- •Motivate lifestyle changes
- •Screen for high-risk patients
- •Monitor risk reduction over time
Risk Reduction Strategies
Lifestyle Modifications
- • Heart-healthy diet (Mediterranean, DASH)
- • Regular physical activity (150+ min/week)
- • Weight management
- • Smoking cessation
- • Stress management
Medical Management
- • Statin therapy for cholesterol
- • Blood pressure medications
- • Diabetes management
- • Aspirin therapy (if indicated)
- • Regular monitoring
Prevention Guidelines
The 2018 AHA/ACC Prevention Guidelines recommend using risk calculators like this one to guide treatment decisions and enhance patient-provider risk discussions.