Heart & Vascular Center

MetroHealth's Heart & Vascular Center team consists of highly-trained surgeons who perform complex and lifesaving procedures.
Appointments: Call 216‑778‑2328 (BEAT) Pediatric Appointments: 216‑778‑2222

Am I at Increased Risk of Stroke?

Not everyone is at risk of stroke with atrial fibrillation. You can find out your risk below. The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology guidelines recommend blood thinners for men with a score of 2 or women with a score of 3.

Question	Points
Are you a woman?	1 point
What is your age?	1 point if 65-74 years 2 points if older than 74 years
Do you have heart failure?	1 point
Have you ever had high blood pressure?	1 point
Have you ever had diabetes?	1 point
Have you ever had a stroke or mini stroke?	2 points
Do you have vascular disease (blocked blood vessels in the legs, neck arteries) or coronary artery disease (prior heart attack or stent)?	1 point
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