Gail Score Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Gail Score:

\[ GS = (Age \times 0.1) + (Biopsies \times 0.2) + (Relatives \times 0.3) \]

Where:

\(GS\) is the Gail Score (5-year risk %)
\(Age\) is the age of the individual in years
\(Biopsies\) is the number of breast biopsies the individual has had
\(Relatives\) is the number of first-degree relatives with breast cancer

What is a Gail Score?

The Gail Score is a statistical tool used to estimate a woman's risk of developing breast cancer over the next 5 years. The score is based on a model that includes risk factors such as age, family history, reproductive history, and history of breast disease. It is used by healthcare providers to help make decisions about breast cancer screening and prevention strategies.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Age = 45 years
Number of Breast Biopsies = 2
Number of First-Degree Relatives with Breast Cancer = 1

Using the formula:

\[ GS = (45 \times 0.1) + (2 \times 0.2) + (1 \times 0.3) = 4.5 + 0.4 + 0.3 = 5.2 \]

The Gail Score is 5.2 % (5-year risk).

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Age = 50 years
Number of Breast Biopsies = 1
Number of First-Degree Relatives with Breast Cancer = 2

Using the formula:

\[ GS = (50 \times 0.1) + (1 \times 0.2) + (2 \times 0.3) = 5 + 0.2 + 0.6 = 5.8 \]

The Gail Score is 5.8 % (5-year risk).