framingham Risk Score
Historical cardiovascular risk calculator largely superseded by newer tools but still referenced in clinical literature.
Full Definition
A cardiovascular risk assessment tool developed from the Framingham Heart Study that estimates 10-year risk of coronary heart disease based on age, sex, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, smoking status, and diabetes. While historically important and still occasionally used, the Framingham Risk Score has been largely superseded by the ASCVD Risk Calculator in current American guidelines due to improved accuracy and broader outcome prediction. Medical editors should note when authors reference older versus current risk assessment tools.
Usage
Usage note: Capitalize 'Framingham' as it refers to the specific study location; note its historical versus current usage.
In Context
- "Historical studies used the Framingham Risk Score for cardiovascular risk stratification." — Literature review
- "Current guidelines favor the ASCVD Risk Calculator over the Framingham Risk Score." — Clinical practice update