Schwalbe's line
Synonyms
Also known as Schwalbe’s ring, Schwalbe’s anterior border ring.
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The anatomical line found on the interior surface of the eye's cornea.
Description
The anatomical line found on the interior surface of the eye's
cornea. A circular ridge consisting of collagenous fibers surrounding the outer
margin of Descemet's membrane It delineates the outer limit of the corneal
endothelium layer and represents the termination of Descemet's membrane.
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