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    Arcus senilis, a lipid deposit in the eye, is more common with age, in Black individuals, and males. Its width does not correlate with age, despite links to cardiovascular disease.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Cardiovascular Health
    • Human Physiology

    Background:

    • Arcus senilis is a lipid deposition at the corneal periphery.
    • It requires vascularity for formation and is not a degenerative process.
    • Prevalence increases with age, and it is more common in Black individuals and males.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the relationship between arcus senilis width and age.
    • To clarify the association between arcus senilis and cardiovascular disease.

    Main Methods:

    • Observational study analyzing arcus width in relation to patient age.
    • Literature review on the prevalence and risk factors of arcus senilis.

    Main Results:

    • No definite correlation was found between arcus width and age.

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  • Arcus senilis prevalence increases with age, particularly in Black individuals and males.
  • While associated with cardiovascular disease, arcus senilis is not a reliable predictor.

    • Conclusions:

    • Arcus senilis width is not a reliable indicator of age.
    • Further research is needed to understand the predictive value of arcus senilis in cardiovascular disease.