| Front | Superficial fascia |
|---|---|
| Back | (Tela subcutanea, subcutaneous connective tissue) Structure: fat-filled layer of connective tissue beneath the dermis, varies widely in thickness. Contains: 1. nerves, vessels, lymph nodes 2. adipose tissue 3. collagenous connective tissue septa (skin ligaments) that connect dermis to deep fascia and divide fat into lobules. Function: 1. Contouring of body 2. Protective padding 3. Insulation |
Tags: skin, and, tissue
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