Vitreous membrane
Membrane within the eyeball surrounding the vitreous humor
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In human anatomy, the vitreous membrane (also called the vitreous cortex or hyaloid membrane) is a layer of collagen separating the vitreous humour from the rest of the eye. At least two parts have been identified anatomically:
- The posterior hyaloid membrane separates the rear of the vitreous from the retina. It is a false anatomical membrane.[1]
- The anterior hyaloid membrane separates the front of the vitreous from the lens.[2]
| Vitreous membrane | |
|---|---|
Schematic diagram of the human eye. Vitreous membrane is not labeled but it surrounds the vitreous, the dark mauve/purple area labeled 'Vitreous Humour'. | |
 The upper half of a sagittal section through the front of the eyeball. Vitreous membrane is not labeled but is visible. | |
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | membrana vitrea |
| TA98 | A15.2.06.012 |
| TA2 | 6813 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
Bernal et al. describe it as:
A delicate structure in the form of a thin layer that runs from the pars plana to the posterior lens, where it shares its attachment with the posterior zonule via Weigert's ligament, also known as Egger's line.
