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]

fascia transversalis

The fascia located between the perineum and the transversalis muscle. It lines the abdominal cavity.
See also: fascia
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