Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of visual loss in people older than 65 years old worldwide (Friedman et al. 2004). Neovascular AMD (nAMD) is characterized by the presence of macular neovascularization (MNV) and is responsible for the majority of severe visual impairment due to AMD
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