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Deep Abdominal Fascia
Connective Tissue

Deep Abdominal Fascia

Fascia abdominis profunda

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This fibrous sheath covering the anterolateral wall of the abdomen is continuous with the thoracic fascia directly superior. It is superior to Scarpa’s fascia below. It originates from the thoracolumbar fascia and covers the external oblique where it continues to its aponeurosis.

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