Episcleral Branchlets

Episcleral branches (ramuli episcletales) are small processes of the eye shell that are located around the sclera. They perform an important function in the human body, providing nutrition and protection to the eyes.

According to research, the episcleral branches are located on the posterior layer of connective tissue of the sclera. The branch has branching, due to which nutrients and oxygen are distributed in the vessels. Thanks to the presence of such a capillary, the risk of endogenous keratitis is eliminated.

Also in the branches there are intraocular glands and another feature is the retention