Descemet's membrane

GPTKB entity

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