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ASCVD (Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease) Risk Algorithm including Known ASCVD from AHA/ACC

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Determines 10-year risk of heart disease or stroke and provides statin recommendations.

10-year heart disease or stroke risk and statin recommendations.

ASCVD Risk Algorithm

ASCVD (Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease) Risk Algorithm including Known ASCVD from AHA/ACC determines 10-year risk of heart disease or stroke and provides statin recommendations.

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