HEMORR₂HAGES Score for Major Bleeding Risk
Quantifies risk of hemorrhage in elderly patients with AFib.
The HEMORR₂HAGES Score was developed using ICD-9 data; while we are actively reaching out to its study authors, the terms included in the score are not defined in the study.
Critical Actions
- Risks and benefits of anticoagulation should be carefully considered in ALL patients prior to initiating therapy.
- Other risk stratification scores such as HAS-BLED or ATRIA should also be taken into consideration prior to starting anticoagulation.
- Alternative options should often be considered in patients with high-risk of major bleeding events in need of anticoagulation.