NEUROLOGY
OCULAR PALSIES
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Question
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How many layers does the cornea have?
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2
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1
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5
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6
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The corneal layers include epithelium, Bowman’s layer, stroma, Descemet’s membrane, and endothelium [Fig. 2].
Detailed explanation-2: -Descemet’s membrane is the fourth layer of the cornea and separates the stroma from the innermost layer of the cornea. Descemet’s membrane is very thin when we are young, and gradually thickens as we age.
Detailed explanation-3: -Canine Corneal Anatomy and Physiology The average canine cornea is 0.62 mm thick (for reference, a dime is 1.35 mm thick). It consists of 4 layers: the epithelium, the stroma, Descemet’s membrane, and the endothelium. It is covered by the tear film, an important layer that has many functions.
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