Suspensory ligament of eyeball
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Suspensory Ligament of Eyeball[edit | edit source]
The Suspensory Ligament of Eyeball, also known as Zonule of Zinn, is a series of fibers connecting the ciliary body with the lens of the eye. It plays a crucial role in holding the lens in place and changing its shape during accommodation.
Structure[edit | edit source]
The Suspensory Ligament of Eyeball is a ring of fibrous strands forming a zonule that connects the ciliary body with the crystalline lens. It is composed of fine transparent fibers that arise from the valleys between the ciliary processes.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the Suspensory Ligament of Eyeball is to hold the lens in place. It also plays a significant role in the accommodation process, which is the ability of the eye to adjust its focus from distant to near objects (and vice versa). This is achieved by changing the shape of the lens.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
Damage to the Suspensory Ligament of Eyeball can lead to conditions such as subluxation or dislocation of the lens. This can occur due to trauma, certain systemic disorders, or as a complication of eye surgery.
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