What Framingham risk score requires statins?

10-year risk >20% is high risk requiring statin therapy. 10-20% is intermediate risk where statins are generally recommended. <10% is low risk.

What variables are in the Framingham equation?

Age, sex, total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, systolic BP, BP treatment status, smoking status, and diabetes.

How does Framingham differ from ASCVD?

ASCVD (Pooled Cohort Equations) is the current ACC/AHA guideline tool, using a slightly different population. Both predict 10-year atherosclerotic CVD events.

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How does Framingham differ from ASCVD?