Zonular function: a new hypothesis with clinical implications.

R A Schachar

PubMed · 8010701

Zonular function: a new hypothesis with clinical implications.

Abstract

A new hypothesis about zonular function is presented that has implications in regard to the cause and treatment of ocular hypertension and open-angle glaucoma. This hypothesis is based on the concept that the lens is under constant tension. The anterior and posterior zonules serve a different function than do the equatorial zonules. The anterior and posterior zonules are passive in terms of structural support of the lens; the equatorial zonules are the active components during accommodation.

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Accommodation, Ocular Ciliary Body Glaucoma, Open-Angle Humans Lens, Crystalline Ocular Hypertension Trabecular Meshwork Journal Article

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