Episcleral layer
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| Latin | lamina episcleralis |
The episclera is the outermost layer of the sclera.[1] It is composed of loose, fibrous, elastic tissue and attaches to Tenon's capsule.[1]
A vascular plexus is found between the conjunctiva and the sclera consisting of two layers of vessels, the superficial episcleral vessels and the deep episcleral vessels.
[edit] Clinical significance
In episcleritis, the episclera and Tenon's capsule are infiltrated with inflammatory cells .[2]
[edit] References
- ^ a b Cassin, B. and Solomon, S. Dictionary of Eye Terminology. Gainsville, Florida: Triad Publishing Company, 1990.
- ^ Heath, G. "The episclera, sclera and conjunctiva: An overview of relevant ocular anatomy." OT. February 10, 2006.
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