What is the risk assessment tool for stroke called?

The correct answer is the CHADS2 score, a widely used risk assessment tool designed specifically for evaluating the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). This tool incorporates several clinical factors: Congestive heart failure, Hypertension, Age (≥75 years), Diabetes mellitus, and prior Stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Each factor contributes to a cumulative score that helps healthcare providers determine the appropriate stroke risk and make decisions regarding anticoagulation therapy.

Understanding the need for a tailored approach to stroke prevention makes the CHADS2 scoring system critical in clinical practice. It simplifies the assessment process and guides clinical decision-making by quantifying the risk of thromboembolic events in patients with AF.

The other tools mentioned serve different purposes. The HAS-BLED score is utilized for assessing bleeding risk in patients on anticoagulants, the Framingham risk score evaluates the risk of coronary heart disease, and the ASCVD (Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease) risk calculator estimates the 10-year risk of developing cardiovascular disease, but none are specifically intended for stroke risk assessment in atrial fibrillation patients.