Veins Episcleral

Episcleral veins are a type of vein located in the upper layer of the sclera of the eye, which is located between the iris and cornea. They play an important role in the blood supply to the eyeball and are used to evaluate ophthalmic diseases.

Episcleral veins are tubes that pass through the sclera and connect to the fundus or intraorbital veins. Their function is to transport blood rich in oxygen and nutrients from the cornea and anterior chamber of the eye to the intraorbital veins.

Under normal conditions, the episcleral veins provide optimal nutrition to the surface of the eye and maintain its health. However, with various diseases, such as glaucoma, diabetes and others, disturbances in blood circulation and oxygen supply may occur. In such cases, the episcleral veins may be prominent and even ruptured, leading to loss of ocular tissue and vascular damage.

In addition, examination of the episcleral veins can detect various disorders such as ruptures, tumors and scars