Which structure represents the second strongest attachment of the vitreous to the retina?

• A. Posterior lens
• B. Vitreous base
• C. Optic disc
• D. Macula

Answer: (A)

The vitreous is anchored to the retina at several sites, and these attachments vary in strength. The strongest adhesion is at the vitreous base along the ora serrata, which secures the peripheral retina. The next most robust link is the anterior hyaloid membrane attaching to the posterior lens capsule via Wieger’s ligament, effectively tying the vitreous to the lens and forming a major vitreoretinal interface after the base. While the macula and the optic disc are also attachment points, their connections are comparatively weaker. So, among the options, the posterior lens stands out as the second strongest attachment within the vitreoretinal interface.