[The dependence of acid-base balance in the aqueous humor on carbon dioxide and oxygen diffusion through the cornea (author's transl)].

In 20 rabbits the effect of, gas exchange, between the aqueous humor and surrounding air through the cornea, on the acid-base balance in the aqueous was investigated. It was found that tight eye closure leads to a decrease of oxygen partial pressure in the aqueous humor. A concurrent displacement of the acid-base balance in the form of a mixed acidosis (respiratory and metabolic acidosis) was demonstrated.