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The structure and function of the human choroid
PMU Authors
Alexandra Kaser-Eichberger, Christian Platzl, Falk Schroedl
All Authors
Weina Zhang, Alexandra Kaser-Eichberger, Wanlin Fan, Christian Platzl, Falk Schroedl, Ludwig M. Heindl
Journal association
ANNALS OF ANATOMY-ANATOMISCHER ANZEIGER
Abstract
In this manuscript, the structure of the human choroid is reviewed with emphasis of the macro- and microscopic anatomy including Bruch's membrane, choriocapillaris, Sattler's and Haller's layer, and the suprachoroid. We here discuss the development of the choroid, as well as the question of choroidal lymphatics, and further the neuronal control of this tissue, as well as the pathologic angiogenesis. Wherever possible, functional aspects of the various structures are included and reviewed.
Keywords
ANGIOGENESIS, Choroidal innervation, Choroidal lymphatics, Choroidal macroscopical structure, Choroidal microscopical structure