Statements (16)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instanceOf |
gptkb:anatomical_structure
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gptkbp:alsoKnownAs |
posterior limiting lamina
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gptkbp:composedOf |
collagen fibers
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gptkbp:developedBy |
gptkb:neural_crest_cells
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gptkbp:function |
basement membrane for corneal endothelium
|
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Descemet's membrane
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gptkbp:layer |
between corneal stroma and endothelium
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gptkbp:location |
eye
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gptkbp:namedAfter |
gptkb:Jean_Descemet
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gptkbp:partOf |
cornea
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gptkbp:regenerates |
yes
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gptkbp:significance |
can be affected in Fuchs' dystrophy
rupture leads to corneal edema |
gptkbp:thickness |
about 10 micrometers in adults
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Steno's_membrane
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gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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