the internal layer of the retina containing the neural elements, as distinguished from the outer leaf of the retina, or pigmented layer. Synonym(s): pars optica retinae [TA], neural layer of retina, stratum cerebrale retinae
cerebral layer of retina
(1) Nerve layer of retina; stratum nervosum retinae [NH3]. (2) Optic part of retina; pars optica retinae [NH3].