Intrascleral plexus
Intrascleral Plexus
Intrascleral Plexus (pronunciation: in-tra-skler-al plek-sus) is a network of blood vessels found within the sclera of the eye.
Etymology
The term originates from the Latin words 'intra' meaning 'within', 'sclera' referring to the white outer layer of the eye, and 'plexus' meaning a network, particularly of nerves or blood vessels.
Definition
The Intrascleral Plexus is a part of the ocular circulation system, which is responsible for supplying blood to the structures of the eye. It is located within the sclera, the white outer layer of the eye, and consists of a network of small blood vessels. These vessels are responsible for supplying blood to the sclera and the choroid, another layer of the eye.
Related Terms
- Ocular Circulation: The circulation of blood that supplies the eye with nutrients and oxygen.
- Sclera: The white outer layer of the eye, providing protection and serving as an attachment point for the eye muscles.
- Choroid: The vascular layer of the eye, lying between the retina and the sclera, which provides oxygen and nutrients to the outer layers of the retina.
See Also
- Vascular Plexus: A complex network of blood vessels.
- Eye Anatomy: The structural makeup of the eye.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Intrascleral plexus
- Wikipedia's article - Intrascleral plexus
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