SCORE2
Pronunciation: SCORE-two
European cardiovascular risk prediction algorithm that estimates 10-year risk of fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular events.
Full Definition
SCORE2 is the updated European risk prediction model that estimates 10-year risk of cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke in apparently healthy individuals aged 40-69 years. Unlike its predecessor SCORE, which predicted only fatal events, SCORE2 includes non-fatal outcomes and provides separate risk charts for different European regions based on cardiovascular disease rates. The algorithm incorporates age, sex, smoking status, systolic blood pressure, and total cholesterol to guide treatment decisions.
Usage
Usage note: Always capitalize and include the '2' to distinguish from the original SCORE algorithm; used primarily in European clinical practice.
In Context
- "SCORE2 calculated a 10-year cardiovascular risk of 8%, placing the patient in the high-risk category requiring statin therapy." — Risk assessment documentation
- "The updated SCORE2 algorithm provides more comprehensive risk assessment by including non-fatal cardiovascular events." — European guideline update