The effects of eight serum lipid biomarkers on age-related macular degeneration risk: a Mendelian randomization study

ConclusionThese results suggest the role of lipid metabolism in drusen formation and particularly in AMD development at the early and intermediate stages. Mechanistic studies are warranted to investigate the utility of lipid pathways for therapeutic treatment in preventing AMD.
Source: International Journal of Epidemiology - Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research