Structural anatomy of the eye

  • Overview of the derivatives of the eye: fibrous sclera/cornea, choroid, retina
  • Sclera & cornea: function, innervation, pathway of the corneal reflex (via trigeminal ganglion) - Innervation of cornea
    • The anterior of the sclera is mostly innervated by the long ciliary nerves whilst the posterior sclera is mainly innervated by the short ciliary nerves.
  • Choroid & ciliary body: function - see Anterior chamber of the eye
  • Control of pupillary size: appreciation that control is a balance of sympathetic & parasympathetic activity
  • Anatomical basis of Horner's syndrome & Argyll Robertson pupil should be understood
  • Retina: Appearance on normal fundoscopy; optic disc as the entry point of the optic nerve; macula & fovea; blood supply
  • Refractive media: overview [detail not required] of the arrangement of aqueous humour, chambers, lens & suspensory ligament

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