Statin Use and Glaucoma: New Insights into Hyperlipidemia Treatment Risks

Exploring the Connection Between Statins and Glaucoma Risk in Patients with Hyperlipidemia

Aug 06, 2024

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Topline:

Recent research has uncovered a potential link between statin use and an increased risk of glaucoma in adults with hyperlipidemia, prompting a reevaluation of treatment approaches.

Introduction

In a recent study published in Ophthalmology Glaucoma, researchers found that statin use was associated with a higher likelihood of developing glaucoma in…

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