AAO 2025 Meeting Highlights
The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) held its annual scientific meeting in Orlando, Florida, featuring new technologies and ongoing research.
One notable study presented at the meeting involved researchers from Massachusetts Eye and Ear, who used the TriNetX network to analyze electronic health records of over 17,000 patients with and without xanthelasma.
- The study found a 14% risk of cardiovascular events in the xanthelasma group, compared to 11.8% in the control group.
- The xanthelasma group also had a higher rate of high cholesterol or other lipid disorders, at 50% compared to 38% in the control group.
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Researchers also explored the effects of GLP-1 drugs on eye health and a potential sign of cardiovascular disease.
Author's summary: AAO 2025 meeting showcases new technologies.
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