10-Year Cardiac Risk Calculator
Estimate your approximate 10-year risk of experiencing a major cardiovascular event using this simplified calculator. Please note, this tool provides an estimate based on common risk factors and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or the more comprehensive ASCVD Risk Estimator used by healthcare professionals.
Understanding Your 10-Year Cardiac Risk
Your 10-year cardiac risk refers to the estimated probability that you will experience a major cardiovascular event, such as a heart attack or stroke, within the next decade. This assessment is a crucial part of preventive healthcare, helping individuals and their doctors make informed decisions about lifestyle changes and medical interventions.
Why is it Important?
- Early Intervention: Knowing your risk allows for proactive measures to reduce it, often before symptoms appear.
- Personalized Care: It helps healthcare providers tailor prevention strategies, including medication (like statins or blood pressure drugs) and lifestyle recommendations.
- Motivation: Understanding your risk can be a powerful motivator for adopting healthier habits.
Key Risk Factors Considered:
While comprehensive risk calculators use many variables, this simplified tool focuses on some of the most impactful factors:
- Age: Risk generally increases with age.
- Sex: Men typically have a higher risk at younger ages than women, though women's risk increases significantly after menopause.
- Total and HDL Cholesterol: High total cholesterol, especially with low "good" HDL cholesterol, indicates a higher risk of plaque buildup in arteries.
- Systolic Blood Pressure: High blood pressure strains the heart and damages blood vessels.
- Blood Pressure Medication: Being on medication indicates a history of hypertension, which is a risk factor even when treated.
- Smoking Status: Smoking is a major, modifiable risk factor that severely damages the cardiovascular system.
- Diabetes: Diabetes significantly increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Interpreting Your Results (Simplified Categories):
- Low Risk (< 5%): Your risk of a cardiovascular event in the next 10 years is relatively low. Continue to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Borderline Risk (5% – 7.4%): Your risk is slightly elevated. This is a good time to discuss lifestyle modifications with your doctor.
- Intermediate Risk (7.5% – 19.9%): Your risk is moderate. Your doctor may recommend more aggressive lifestyle changes and potentially medication to lower your risk.
- High Risk (≥ 20%): Your risk is significantly elevated. It is highly recommended to consult with your doctor for a comprehensive risk assessment and to develop a personalized prevention and treatment plan.
Remember, this calculator is for informational purposes only. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment of any medical condition.
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// Get input values
var age = parseFloat(document.getElementById("age").value);
var sex = document.getElementById("sex").value;
var totalCholesterol = parseFloat(document.getElementById("totalCholesterol").value);
var hdlCholesterol = parseFloat(document.getElementById("hdlCholesterol").value);
var systolicBP = parseFloat(document.getElementById("systolicBP").value);
var onBPMeds = document.getElementById("onBPMeds").value;
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var diabetes = document.getElementById("diabetes").value;
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resultDiv.innerHTML = ""; // Clear previous results
// Validate inputs
if (isNaN(age) || age 90) {
resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid Age (20-90 years).";
return;
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if (isNaN(totalCholesterol) || totalCholesterol 400) {
resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid Total Cholesterol (100-400 mg/dL).";
return;
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if (isNaN(hdlCholesterol) || hdlCholesterol 100) {
resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid HDL Cholesterol (20-100 mg/dL).";
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if (isNaN(systolicBP) || systolicBP 200) {
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// Age points
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// Sex points
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if (systolicBP = 120 && systolicBP = 130 && systolicBP = 140 && systolicBP < 160) {
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// On Blood Pressure Medication points
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// Smoker points
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// Diabetes points
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// Calculate estimated risk percentage based on total score
// Max possible score: 8 (age) + 2 (sex) + 3 (TC/HDL) + 4 (SBP) + 2 (BP Meds) + 4 (Smoker) + 4 (Diabetes) = 27
// For a simplified model, capping at 50% is a reasonable maximum for 10-year risk
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var maxRiskPercentage = 50;
var estimatedRisk = (totalScore / maxPossibleScore) * maxRiskPercentage;
// Ensure risk is within a sensible range, e.g., minimum 1%
estimatedRisk = Math.max(1, Math.min(maxRiskPercentage, estimatedRisk));
// Determine risk category
var riskCategory = "";
if (estimatedRisk = 5 && estimatedRisk = 7.5 && estimatedRisk < 20) {
riskCategory = "Intermediate Risk";
} else {
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resultDiv.innerHTML = "Your Estimated 10-Year Cardiac Risk:
" + estimatedRisk.toFixed(1) + "% (" + riskCategory + ")";
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