# MESA Risk Score

> Cardiovascular disease risk scoring tool incorporating coronary artery calcium. (iPhone/iPad app by Johns Hopkins Mobile medicine.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mesa-risk-score/id1271171467 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Johns Hopkins Mobile medicine](https://appshunter.io/developer/488749253)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.50/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-08-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mesa-risk-score/id1271171467/reviews.md

## What is MESA Risk Score?

The Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA) is a study of the characteristics of subclinical cardiovascular disease (disease detected non-invasively before it has produced clinical signs and symptoms) and the risk factors that predict progression to clinically overt cardiovascular disease or progression of the subclinical disease. MESA researchers study a diverse, population-based sample of 6,814 asymptomatic men and women aged 45-84 from six field centers across the United States. Approximately 38 percent of the recruited participants are white, 28 percent African-American, 22 percent Hispanic, and 12 percent Asian, predominantly of Chinese descent. The first examination took place over two years, from July 2000-July 2002. It was followed by three examination periods that were 17-20 months in length, and a fifth exam April 2010 – January 2012. Participants are contacted every 9 to 12 months throughout the study to assess clinical morbidity and mortality. The final 18 months of the study are dedicated to close out and data analysis and publication.

The MESA CHD Risk Score is the first risk scoring tool to incorporate coronary artery calcium scores. The MESA CHD Risk Score can be used to help guide the intensity of preventive therapies such as diet, exercise, aspirin, blood pressure and cholesterol therapies.

The results and recommendations provided by this application are intended to inform but do not replace clinical judgement. Therapeutic options should be individualized and determined after discussion between the patient and their care provider.

This app was developed under the direction of the MESA Executive Committee by Ted W. James, MD

## Key features

- Cardiovascular disease risk scoring
- Incorporates coronary artery calcium scores
- Guides preventive therapy intensity
- Informs clinical decision-making
- Based on MESA study data

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mesa-risk-score/id1271171467/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Obviously broken

*2025-09-10*

The app calculated 10 year risk of CHD event with CAC as 100% and 10 year risk without as 100%. 

Using the same input data on their same calculator on their web site gave the corresponding scores as 25.4% and 14.0%

This makes no sense.

The app support link here in the App Store goes to a placeholder web site for an unclaimed host name.

### 5/5 — Great risk calculator

*2025-09-04*

The very useful feature is the option to incorporate CCS or not and can see how the risk is modified in patients with this data

### 1/5 — Not functioning

*2025-08-02*

Calculated risk as 100% with and w/o CAC score of 40 in 70yo female w/o additional risk factors (doubtful). Could not change units or make it functional in any other way.

### 1/5 — Needs a lot of work

*2025-06-03, version 1.1*

Great idea to make the app but no button for decimal point when entering mmol/l and cant scroll the result popup on iphone 15

### 1/5 — The tool is not working

*2025-04-19*

I just reloaded the APP and it still is not working.   Until this is fixed do not upload or use this APP

### 1/5 — UX Issues

*2025-03-28*

It's nice that they made this free app. Unfortunately problems with the UX make it unusable; screen can't be scrolled; links can't be clicked; dialogs can't be dismissed. Just use the website.

### 5/5 — Great tool!

*2024-07-16*

ASCVD risk calculator that takes CAC score into account is excellent and the app seems to perform this function well.  The negatives mentioned in previous reviews seem to have been addressed; the "w/o CAC" score is still off screen at the bottom of the page but can easily be seen (for as long as you need) with 2-finger scrolling (IOS 17.5.1)

### 1/5 — Results are off-screen, unviewable

*2023-08-27*

UX needs more work. Results are displayed off-screen, in an unviewable area below the bottom-of-screen horizon. Attempts to scroll to results reveals a very brief glimpse, only if fingers remain on glass. But the glimpse is fleeting. Even if user tries to hold that position, the display snaps back to top with results (and a never-reachable “recommendations” hyperlink) out of view. Environment is iPhone 12 with up-to-date iOS 16.6.

### 1/5 — Functionality issues

*2023-08-04, version 1.1*

Not having a decimal for mmol values is a real problem. Then not being able to scroll down on iPhone to the end of page to close makes it non functional. Unusable unfortunately

### 2/5 — Woke Calculator

*2022-08-04*

Latest version is woke listing race and gender in alphabetical order instead of most commonly used. So when plugging in calcium scores for our patients which are predominantly white males, we always have to do extra taps and scrolling. This would be a great calculator if your patient population were all black females.

## Frequently asked questions about MESA Risk Score

### What is MESA Risk Score used for?

MESA Risk Score is a tool designed to estimate cardiovascular disease risk by incorporating coronary artery calcium scores. It helps guide the intensity of preventive therapies such as diet, exercise, and medication.

### Does MESA Risk Score provide medical advice?

No, the results and recommendations provided by MESA Risk Score are intended to inform but do not replace clinical judgment. Therapeutic options should be individualized after discussion with a healthcare provider.

### What data is MESA Risk Score based on?

The app is based on the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA), a study of subclinical cardiovascular disease and its risk factors in a diverse population sample.

### Is MESA Risk Score available on Android?

Based on the provided data, MESA Risk Score is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, suggesting it is primarily an iOS application.

### What is the age rating for MESA Risk Score?

MESA Risk Score has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is intended for mature audiences.

### When was MESA Risk Score last updated?

MESA Risk Score was last updated on August 17, 2017, with version 1.1.

### What is the user rating for MESA Risk Score?

MESA Risk Score has a rating of 2.3 stars from 9 ratings.

### Does MESA Risk Score have ads?

No, MESA Risk Score does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.1 — 2017-08-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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