Panniculus
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Panniculus
Panniculus (pronunciation: /pæˈnɪkjʊləs/) is a medical term that refers to a layer of fatty tissue, often in the lower abdominal area. It is derived from the Latin word 'panniculus', meaning 'little cloth'.
Etymology
The term 'Panniculus' is derived from the Latin word 'panniculus', which means 'little cloth'. This is likely due to the appearance of the fatty layer, which can hang down like a piece of cloth.
Related Terms
- Panniculectomy: A surgical procedure to remove the panniculus.
- Panniculitis: Inflammation of the panniculus.
- Subcutaneous Tissue: The layer of tissue beneath the skin, where the panniculus is located.
- Adipose Tissue: Another term for fatty tissue, which makes up the panniculus.
See Also
- Body Mass Index (BMI): A measure often used to determine the presence of excess body fat, which can contribute to the formation of a panniculus.
- Obesity: A medical condition characterized by excess body fat, which can lead to the formation of a panniculus.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Panniculus
- Wikipedia's article - Panniculus
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