Posterior segment
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Image:Schematic diagram of the human eye with English annotations.svg The posterior segment is the back two-thirds of the eye that includes the anterior hyaloid membrane and all structures behind it: the vitreous humor, retina, choroid, and optic nerve.<ref>Posterior segment anatomy</ref>
Some ophthalmologists specialize in the treatment and management of posterior segment disorders and diseases.<ref>Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery - New England Eye Center</ref>
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| Sensory system - Visual system - Eye - edit |
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| Fibrous tunic: Conjunctiva | Sclera | Cornea | Schlemm's canal | Trabecular meshwork
Uvea: Choroid | Iris | Pupil | Ciliary body Retina : Macula | Fovea | Optic disc Anterior segment (Anterior chamber, Aqueous humour, Posterior chamber, Lens) | Posterior segment (Vitreous humour) |
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