
What is the Caprini Risk Score for Blood Clots
Learn to spot a PREVENTABLE cause of death
The Caprini Risk Score is a simple tool that helps doctors figure out if you’re at risk of getting a dangerous blood clot, like a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE). It works like a checklist—your doctor adds up points based on things like your age, medical history, any surgeries you’ve had, or how active you are.
The more points you have, the higher your risk. Why does this matter? Because blood clots can be life-threatening, and if your risk is high, your doctor can take steps to help prevent them before they happen. This often includes a deep vein thrombosis blood test or other methods of DVT assessment—especially after surgery or long hospital stays. It’s especially important for people having surgery or staying in the hospital.
Blood clots (Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT) are a leading PREVENTABLE cause of death following surgery or hospitalization.