DETERMINING THE STAGES OF ARCUS SENILIS FORMATION IN THE EYE BASED ON CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES AND ITS PREVENTION
Keywords:
cardiovascular diseases, arcus senilis, corneal changes, lipid deposition, prevention strategies, risk assessment, eye examination, cholesterol metabolism, ocular health, early detection.Abstract
Arcus senilis is a common ocular manifestation characterized by a grayish or whitish ring or arc visible along the corneal margin. Although generally considered benign and age-related, arcus senilis can also appear as an indicator of underlying systemic conditions, particularly those related to lipid metabolism and cardiovascular health. The relationship between cardiovascular diseases and ocular changes like arcus senilis has drawn increasing interest due to their shared metabolic pathways and risk factors. The physiological significance of arcus senilis, its association with cardiovascular risk, diagnostic assessment of its severity, and, most importantly, the preventive strategies against its development and progression warrant comprehensive examination.