Eye scans may reveal hidden heart risks
NCT ID NCT05082402
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a special eye scan (SS-OCTA) can detect signs of cardiovascular disease. Researchers compared retinal blood vessel changes to results from a standard carotid ultrasound in 42 adults. The goal was to see if the eye scan could predict the presence or severity of blocked arteries in the neck, which is a key risk factor for heart attack and stroke.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Swept Source Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography (SS-OCTA)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a non-invasive eye scan that helps identify people at risk for cardiovascular disease, potentially enabling earlier detection.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 42 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the eye scan is not yet proven to reliably predict heart disease.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Northwestern University/Northwestern Medical Group, Department of Ophthalmology
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States