Fascia
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fascia-169-3998034
title:
Fascia
text:
A fascia is a generic term for macroscopic membranous bodily structures. Fasciae are classified as superficial, visceral or deep, and further designated according to their anatomical location. The knowledge of fascial structures is essential in surgery, as they create borders for infectious processes and haematoma. An increase in pressure may result in a compartment syndrome, where a prompt fasciotomy may be necessary. For this reason, profound descriptions of fascial structures are available in
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wiki
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encyclopedia
description:
Layer of connective tissue in the body
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fascia
date created:
2004-03-28T17:59:02Z
date modified:
2024-08-31T05:46:24Z
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13
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