Pooled Cohort ASCVD Risk Calculator
Calculate 10-year ASCVD risk using the full 2013 ACC/AHA Pooled Cohort Equations with transparent coefficient-level detail.
Patient Parameters
PCE validated for White and African American adults. Other groups: use with caution.
Complete all fields to see the 10-year ASCVD risk estimate
10-Year ASCVD Risk
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Risk Category
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Source: 2018 ACC/AHA Cholesterol Guideline. Thresholds guide statin therapy discussions.
Equation Detail
Each term shows: coefficient × ln-transformed input = product
Individual sum
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Cohort mean
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Baseline S₀
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Risk = 1 − S₀^exp(individual sum − cohort mean)
Medical disclaimer: This calculator is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The 2013 ACC/AHA Pooled Cohort Equations are validated for adults aged 40–79 without pre-existing ASCVD. Calibration may be lower for non-White, non-African American populations. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making clinical decisions.
Summary
Calculate 10-year ASCVD risk using the full 2013 ACC/AHA Pooled Cohort Equations with transparent coefficient-level detail.
How it works
- Select the patient's biological sex and race/ethnicity (White or African American).
- Enter age (40–79 years), total cholesterol, and HDL cholesterol in mg/dL.
- Enter systolic blood pressure (mmHg) and indicate if the patient is on BP-lowering treatment.
- Check diabetes and current smoker status as applicable.
- Click Calculate — the tool applies the appropriate PCE coefficient set, shows each ln-transform, and displays the 10-year risk with category.
Use cases
- Determine statin therapy eligibility per 2018 ACC/AHA cholesterol guidelines.
- Audit or teach the mathematics behind the Pooled Cohort Equations.
- Model the impact of BP treatment, smoking cessation, or cholesterol reduction on risk.
- Support clinician–patient shared decision-making discussions.
- Screen primary prevention candidates aged 40–79 without prior CVD.
- Cross-check clinic or EHR-generated ASCVD scores.