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19 mar 2024 · The bulbar conjunctiva is a thin, transparent membrane that lines the sclera of the anterior eyeball. It protects, lubricates and responds to the eyeball, and is part of the conjunctival sac with the palpebral conjunctiva.
- Conjunctiva: anatomy and function - Kenhub
The eyelid and eyeball parts of the conjunctiva form a...
- Palpebral conjunctiva: Structure and function - Kenhub
It consists of two parts: the palpebral conjunctiva and the...
- Conjunctiva: anatomy and function - Kenhub
Blood to the bulbar conjunctiva is primarily derived from the ophthalmic artery. The blood supply to the palpebral conjunctiva (the eyelid) is derived from the external carotid artery. However, the circulations of the bulbar conjunctiva and palpebral conjunctiva are linked, so both bulbar conjunctival and palpebral conjunctival vessels are ...
10 sie 2023 · Mucous membrane that covers, protects and lubricates the posterior surface of the eyelids (palpebral, also known as tarsal, conjunctiva) and anterior surface of the globe (bulbar conjunctiva) as well as provides redundant folds (forniceal conjunctiva) to aid eye movement
28 sie 2023 · The conjunctiva can be divided into three regions: the palpebral or tarsal conjunctiva, the bulbar or ocular conjunctiva, and the conjunctival fornices. The palpebral conjunctiva is further divided into the marginal, tarsal, and orbital regions.
The marginal and peripheral arcae supply the Palpebral conjunctiva whereas the conjunctival arteries supply the bulbar conjunctiva.
30 paź 2023 · The eyelid and eyeball parts of the conjunctiva form a single continuous lining. The part of the conjunctival membrane lining the eyelid is called the palpebral conjunctiva, while the membrane lining the anterior eye is termed the bulbar conjunctiva.
28 mar 2024 · The palpebral conjunctiva is part of the conjunctiva that lines the eyelids and reflects onto the eyeball. It protects the eye, lubricates it and allows smooth movement of the eyelid. Learn more about its anatomy, blood supply and innervation at Kenhub.