Applications of retinal vessel analysis in research

Vascular analysis procedures are an exceptional opportunity for non-invasive and non-contact examination of the condition and function of the smallest blood vessels in the entire body. The eye as an incomparable access to this microcirculation provides essential information on subclinical changes and provides information on the holistic vascular health of humans. The knowledge gained enables important conclusions to be drawn about systemic diseases and the development of end-organ damage and offers various potential uses in research into future applications in prevention, screening, therapy monitoring and patient motivation.