Age Related Macular Degeneration
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to determine the changes in macular function during anti-VEGF treatment for neovascular age-related macular degeneration.
Detailed description
Macular function will be investigated using visual acuity, contrast sensitivity, mfERG and microperimetry.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Neovascular AMD in first or second eyes * angiographic signs of active subfoveal or juxtafoveal choroidal neovascularization (CNV) * BCVA ≥35 ETDRS letters
Exclusion criteria
* Spherical equivalent ≥ ± 6 D * Previous treatments for CNV in the studied eye
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| mfERG central ring amplitude density | 12 months |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Mean retinal sensitivity (dB) in three concentric rings (4°, 8° & 12°) | 12 months |
| Choroidal blood flow (ChBFlow) at fovea and at optic nerve head | 12 months |
Countries
United Kingdom