Cornea & Conjunctiva · NEET PG Preparation Ophthalmology
A patient with severe microbial keratitis is evaluated for impending corneal perforation. Which of the following layers of the cornea is the thickest?
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A patient with severe microbial keratitis is evaluated for impending corneal perforation. Which of the following layers of the cornea is the thickest?
- A.Epithelium
- B.Bowman's layer
- C.StromaCorrect answer
- D.Descemet's membrane
Solution
The corneal stroma is the thickest layer of the cornea, making up approximately 90% of its total thickness. It is composed of regularly arranged collagen lamellae and keratocytes, which contribute to its transparency and mechanical strength.
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