subperitoneal fascia

subperitoneal fascia definition - medical

sub·per·i·to·ne·al fascia (sŭbˌpĕr-ĭ-tn-ēˈəl)

noun
The thin layer of fascia and adipose tissue between the peritoneum and the transverse fascia. Also called extraperitoneal fascia.

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