Anterior segment
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The anterior segment is the front third of the eye that includes the structures in front of the vitreous humour: the cornea, iris, ciliary body, and lens.[1] [2]
Within the anterior segment are two fluid-filled spaces:
- the anterior chamber between the posterior surface of the cornea (i.e. the corneal endothelium) and the iris.
- the posterior chamber between the iris and the front face of the vitreous.[1]
Aqueous humor fills these spaces within the anterior segment and provides nutrients to the surrounding structures.[3]
Some ophthalmologists specialize in the treatment and management of anterior segment disorders and diseases.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ a b Cassin, B. and Solomon, S. Dictionary of Eye Terminology. Gainsville, Florida: Triad Publishing Company, 1990.
- ^ a b "Departments. Anterior segment." Cantabrian Institute of Ophthalmology.
- ^ Miguel Coca-Prados, Ph.D.
[edit] See also
| Sensory system - Visual system - Eye - edit |
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| Fibrous tunic: Conjunctiva | Sclera | Cornea | Schlemm's canal | Trabecular meshwork
Uvea: Choroid | Iris | Pupil | Ciliary body Retina : Macula | Fovea | Optic disc Anterior segment (Anterior chamber, Aqueous humour, Posterior chamber, Lens) | Posterior segment (Vitreous humour) |
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