α-Crystallins and vascular endothelial growth factor in aqueous humor of patients with neovascular age-related macular degeneration

Key Points

• Higher levels of vascular endothelial growth factor in aqueous humor correlate with neovascular age-related macular degeneration.
• The analysis examined samples from patients diagnosed with neovascular age-related macular degeneration.
• Samples of aqueous humor were collected during routine cataract surgery to detect levels of key proteins.
• Findings may indicate the need for further research on the mechanisms of neovascular age-related macular degeneration.