Linea alba (abdomen)
Linea Alba (Abdomen)
The Linea Alba is a midline tendinous seam in the abdomen, stretching from the xiphoid process to the pubic symphysis. It is a crucial anatomical structure that plays a significant role in abdominal wall integrity.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The Linea Alba is a fibrous structure that runs vertically down the middle of the abdomen in humans and other mammals. It is formed by the fusion of the aponeuroses of the abdominal muscles, including the rectus abdominis, external oblique, internal oblique, and transversus abdominis muscles.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
The Linea Alba is often involved in surgical procedures involving the abdomen, such as laparotomy and cesarean section. It is also the site of potential herniation, known as epigastric hernia or umbilical hernia.
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