Scientists have identified various retinal vascular indicators, 29 of which were significantly associated with a person's first-time stroke risk, providing a vascular "fingerprint."

An international team of researchers has identified 29 blood vessel 'fingerprints' in the retina that are significantly associated with increased risk of stroke

Eye tests could be a simple way to assess stroke risk. A new study identified 29 blood vessel 'fingerprints' in the retina – the light-sensitive layer of tissue in the back of our eyes – that are significantly associated with increased risk of stroke.