In the progression of corneal neovascularization, which feature corresponds to endothelial sprouts that extend from limbal arcades toward the central cornea?

• A. Endothelial spikes/sprouts extending from limbal arcades toward the central cornea
• B. Filling of preexisting limbal capillary plexus
• C. Sprouts from canaliculi form true vessels at corneal depth
• D. Regression after the critical period

Answer: (A)