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Schlemm's canal

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Schlemm's canal [′shlemz kə‚nal]
(anatomy)
A space or series of spaces at the junction of the sclera and cornea in the eye; drains aqueous humor from the anterior chamber.
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The aqueous humor passes from the anterior chamber through the trabecular meshwork (the drainage system "filter") into Schlemm's canal that is connected to the venous system.
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