Retinal optical coherence tomography angiography findings in the new- onset migraine patients: a prospective case-control study.

This study looked at the eyes of people with new-onset migraines. Researchers used a technique called optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) to examine their eyes. They compared 54 migraine patients to 55 healthy individuals. Both groups were similar in age, sex, and other eye measurements. The migraine patients showed lower vascular density and macular thickness than healthy controls. This difference was statistically significant. Additionally, patients with migraine aura had even more reduced vascular parameters. This suggests that migraines might affect the eyes and blood vessels. Understanding these changes could help in diagnosing and treating migraines better. The findings highlight the importance of eye health in migraine management. Overall, this research provides new insights into how migraines can impact eye structure and function. Future studies may explore how these changes relate to migraine symptoms and treatment outcomes. Clinical relevance: This study shows that migraines may affect eye health, which could improve diagnosis and treatment strategies for migraine patients.