ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Retromuscular

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Retromuscular is an adjective meaning (anatomy) Behind a muscle.

Meaning

(anatomy) Behind a muscle.

Example Sentences

The posterior rectus sheaths are reapproximated in the midline, and the mesh is placed in the retromuscular space and fixed to the abdominal wall with sutures. 69, 70 This technique is an important addition to the armamentarium of surgeons undertaking abdominal wall reconstructions and represents the gold standard of open repair according to the American Hernia Society.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include retromesenteric, retromammary, retromediastinal, perimuscular, retrocostal, supramuscular.

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