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Aponeurosis

Any one of the thicker and denser of the deep fasciae which cover, invest, and the terminations and attachments of, many muscles. They often differ from tendons only in being flat and thin. See Fascia.

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Facia 76% connected

See Fascia.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Fascia 76% connected

A band, sash, or fillet; especially, in surgery, a bandage or roller.

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Aponeurotic 74% connected

Of or pertaining to an aponeurosis.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Aponeurotic 74% connected

Of or pertaining to an aponeurosis.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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