What Is The Cornea? Everything You Need To Know
The cornea is the clear window of the eye. It is a dome-shaped clear surface that covers the front part of the eye. The cornea is a vastly structured group of collagen layers and cells and has no blood vessels to sustain and defend it against infection. Tears instead, nourish and protect the cornea.
There are 5 basic layers to the cornea, from the outside in, epithelium, Bowman’s layer, stroma, Descemet’s membrane and endothelium. The cornea has two main functions. As with a camera, the cornea acts as the eye’s outer lens. It regulates and focuses the entrance of light into the eye and contributes between 65-75% of the eyes focusing ability. The second function is to act as a barrier from dust, germs and other debris getting into the eye, it works with the eyelids and tears to do this.
About the expert
Mr Hamada | Consultant Ophthalmologist and Corneal Surgeon
MD, MSc, DO (hons), FRCSEd, FRCOphth I am Samer, founder and consultant ophthalmic surgeon with over 20 years’ experience in ophthalmology. I am a world-renowned specialist in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery. I’m not only a leading surgeon but also the only dual fellowship trained in corneal diseases in children from reputable institutions in the UK. At Eye Clinic London I work closely with other consultant ophthalmologists, optometrists and orthoptists to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. Our main aim is to make sure our patients get the safest and best treatments available to them. We put your safety before anything else so you can rest assured that if you choose us you will be in the best and safest hands.
