Abstract
THE formation of a new lens capsule by regenerated epithelial cells under a superficial area of necrosis has been described by several authors. It may easily be observed by means of optical microscopy in some senile cataracts or in localized traumatic cataracts after periodic acid–Schiff staining.
This is a preview of subscription content, access via your institution
Access options
Subscribe to this journal
Receive 51 print issues and online access
$199.00 per year
only $3.90 per issue
Buy this article
- Purchase on Springer Link
- Instant access to full article PDF
Prices may be subject to local taxes which are calculated during checkout
Similar content being viewed by others
References
Brini, A., Porte, A., and Stoeckel, M. E., C.R. Acad. Sci., Paris, 255, 3485 (1962).
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Rights and permissions
About this article
Cite this article
BRINI, A., PORTE, A. & STOECKEL, M. Resorption of Necrotic Lens Material by a Newly Formed Lens Capsule in Certain Types of Cataract. Nature 200, 796–797 (1963). https://doi.org/10.1038/200796a0
Issue Date:
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/200796a0
This article is cited by
Comments
By submitting a comment you agree to abide by our Terms and Community Guidelines. If you find something abusive or that does not comply with our terms or guidelines please flag it as inappropriate.
