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Transversalis
Transversalis (pronunciation: trans-ver-sa-lis) is a term used in anatomy to refer to structures that cross from one side of the body to the other, or are arranged in a transverse direction.
Etymology
The term "transversalis" is derived from the Latin "transversus", meaning "crosswise" or "across", and the suffix "-alis", which is used to form adjectives. Thus, "transversalis" can be roughly translated as "crosswise" or "across".
Related Terms
- Transversus abdominis: This is a muscle layer of the anterior and lateral (front and side) abdominal wall which is deep to (layered below) the internal oblique muscle. It is thought by most fitness instructors to be a significant component of the core.
- Transversalis fascia: It is a thin aponeurotic membrane which lies between the inner surface of the transversus and the extraperitoneal fat.
- Transversalis muscle: This term is sometimes used to refer to the transversus abdominis muscle.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Transversalis
- Wikipedia's article - Transversalis
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