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The 5 Layers of the Cornea: Structure & Function Explained

TL;DR Summary The cornea isn’t a single piece of tissue. It has five traditionally recognised layers, with Dua’s layer proposed as an additional layer before Descemet’s. The layers of cornea range from the epithelium at the surface to the endothelium deep inside. Knowing them helps explain why some corneal injuries heal quickly, while more serious…