Quiescent Macular Neovascularization: Clinical Characteristics, Multimodal Imaging Features and Current Recommendations

Karti O., SAATCİ A. O.

Retina-Vitreus, vol.32, no.1, pp.1-8, 2023 (Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Review
  • Volume: 32 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 2023
  • Doi Number: 10.37845/ret.vit.2023.32.1
  • Journal Name: Retina-Vitreus
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus, Academic Search Premier, EMBASE
  • Page Numbers: pp.1-8
  • Keywords: Age-related macular degeneration, Non-exudative macular neovascularization, Quiescent macular neovascularization, Subclinical macular neovascularization, Type 1 macular neovascularization
  • Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

The term quiescent macular neovascularization (MNV) was introduced to describe new vessel formation located beneath the retina pigment epithelium without any exudation and/or hemorrhage in association with age-related macular degeneration on repeated optical coherence tomography (OCT) examinations for at least six months apart. This entity was established with the help of newer diagnostic tools such as OCT and/or OCT-angiography prior to occurrence of any visual impairment. Though its diagnosis becomes relatively easier thanks to multimodal imaging techniques, management of quiescent MNV is still uncertain and under debate among retina specialists. We aimed to overview the clinical characteristics of quiescent MNV, its multimodal imaging features, and management in this mini-review.