Medical Definition of Musculus transversus abdominis
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Origin, seventh to twelfth costal cartilages, lumbar fascia, iliac crest, and inguinal ligament; insertion, xiphoid cartilage and linea alba and, through the conjoint tendon, pubic tubercle and pecten; action, compresses abdominal contents; nerve supply, lower thoracic.
Synonym: musculus transversus abdominis, musculus transversalis abdominis, transverse muscle of abdomen.
(05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Musculus Transversus Abdominis
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