fascia transversalis


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trans·ver·sa·lis fas·ci·a

[TA]
the lining fascia of the anterolateral abdominal wall, between the inner surface of the abdominal musculature, specifically the transverse abdominal muscle, and the peritoneum.
Synonym(s): fascia transversalis [TA]
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fascia transversalis

The fascia located between the perineum and the transversalis muscle. It lines the abdominal cavity.
See also: fascia
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1) Ligamento reflejo; 2) Pilar medial; 4) Fascia Transversalis; 5) Cordon espermatico; 6) Pubis; 8) Nervio iliohipogastrico; 10) Aponeurosis del musculo oblicuo externo; 11) Ligamento inguinal; 12) Ligamento lacunar y 14) Linea alba.
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