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Summary
Human corneal endothelium cells, previously thought not to divide, show signs of mitosis. This study observed cell division in corneal endothelium from donors over 40, supporting ongoing cell division in adult human corneas.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Cell Biology
- Human Anatomy
Background:
- The human corneal endothelium is crucial for maintaining corneal clarity.
- Traditionally, it was believed that corneal endothelial cells do not divide in adult humans.