Upon performing a cardiovascular examination, you notice that the patient has a thin, lightly colored, circumferential ring around the iris. The patient is 35 years old. What does this finding suggest?

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The thin, lightly colored, circumferential ring around the iris is known as a corneal arcus or arcus senilis, which is often associated with hyperlipidemia, especially in younger patients.

Upon Performing a Cardiovascular Examination, You Notice That the Patient