Medical Definition of Rectus abdominis

1. A long flat muscle that extends along the whole length of both sides of the abdomen. It flexes the vertebral column, particularly the lumbar portion; it also tenses the anterior abdominal wall and assists in compressing the abdominal contents. It is frequently the site of haematomas. In reconstructive surgery it is often used for the creation of myocutaneous flaps. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Rectus Abdominis

rectovesical fold
rectovesical pouch
rectovesical septum
rectress
rectresses
rectrices
rectrix
rectums
rectus
rectus abdominis (current term)
rectus capitis anterior
rectus capitis lateralis
rectus capitis posterior major
rectus capitis posterior minor
rectus femoris
rectus inferior
rectus lateralis
rectus medialis
rectus muscle of thigh
rectus superior
recubation

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