Q13: Congenital malformations of anterior segment of eye
Q13.8: Other congenital malformations of anterior segment of eye
In the front area, the incoming light is broken down and thus bundled into a beam. Control is also exerted over how much light should fall into the eye. The front area begins at the transparent cornea. Behind this lies the iris, along with the pupil and the lens. There are 2 chambers between these different layers. These chambers are full of aqueous fluid.
While developing in the womb, many different types of tissue develop in the body. The organs and body parts develop out of the various types of tissue. If tissue fails to develop properly, defects can occur.
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