QRISK
QRISK
QRISK (pronounced: /kjuː rɪsk/) is a predictive algorithm used in the medical field to estimate the risk of developing cardiovascular disease within the next 10 years. The term QRISK is derived from the words 'Quality' and 'Risk', indicating its purpose to provide a quality assessment of risk.
History
The QRISK algorithm was developed by a team of researchers at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom. The first version, QRISK1, was introduced in 2007, followed by QRISK2 in 2008, and the current version, QRISK3, in 2017.
Function
QRISK takes into account various factors such as age, sex, ethnicity, smoking status, and medical history to calculate an individual's risk of developing cardiovascular disease. It is used by healthcare professionals to identify high-risk individuals and initiate preventive measures.
Related Terms
- Cardiovascular disease: A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels.
- Predictive algorithm: A type of algorithm that uses statistical or machine learning techniques to predict an outcome.
- University of Nottingham: A public research university in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on QRISK
- Wikipedia's article - QRISK
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