CARDIAC RISK CLASSIFICATION

CLASS

DESCRIPTION

I

Ordinary physical activity does not cause undue fatigue, palpitation, dyspnea, or anginal pain.

II

Ordinary physical activity results in fatigue, palpitation, dyspnea, or anginal pain.

III

Less than ordinary physical activity causes fatigue, palpitation, dyspnea, or anginal pain.

IV

Symptoms of cardiac insufficiency or of the anginal syndrome may be present even at rest. If any physical activity is undertaken, discomfort is increased.

This is the HYHA classification that allows an evaluation of the cardiac performance. There are four classes - as higher NYHA class, as higher the risks.

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