Episcleral layer
# Episcleral layer

The episclera is the outermost layer of the sclera (the white of the eye). It is composed of loose, fibrous, elastic tissue and attaches to Tenon's capsule.

A vascular plexus is found between the bulbar conjunctiva and the sclera consisting of two layers of vessels, the superficial episcleral vessels and the deep episcleral vessels.

## Clinical significance

In episcleritis, the episclera and Tenon's capsule are infiltrated with inflammatory cells.

