fascia transversalis


trans·ver·sa·lis fas·ci·a

[TA] the lining fascia of the anterolateral abdominal wall, between the inner surface of the abdominal musculature, specifically the transverse abdominal muscle, and the peritoneum. Synonym(s): fascia transversalis [TA]

fascia transversalis

The fascia located between the perineum and the transversalis muscle. It lines the abdominal cavity. See also: fascia