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To complement the CHADS2 score, by the inclusion of additional 'stroke risk modifier' risk factors, the CHA2DS2-VASc score was developed (1)
CHA2DS2-VASc score for stroke risk in atrial fibrillation
Feature | Score |
Congestive Heart Failure | 1 |
Hypertension | 1 |
Age >75 years | 2 |
Age between 65 and 74 years | 1 |
Stroke/TIA/TE | 2 |
Vascular disease (previous MI, peripheral arterial disease or aortic plaque) | 1 |
Diabetes mellitus | 1 |
Female | 1 |
NICE suggest (2):
Reference:
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