Neurovasculature of the abdominal wall

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The abdominal wall is a multilayered structure that encloses the abdominal cavity. Its main functions are to protect the abdominal viscera, maintain its stability, as well as to assist in actions that involve the increase of intra-abdominal pressure (coughing, vomiting, defecation). It can be divided into two main sections: the anterolateral wall and posterior abdominal wall;

• The anterolateral abdominal wall consists of four main layers (from superficial to deep): skin, superficial fascia, muscles and associated fascia, and parietal peritoneum.
• The posterior abdominal wall is formed by the lumbar vertebrae, pelvic girdle, posterior abdominal muscles and their associated fascia. Major vessels, nerves and organs are located on the inner surface of the posterior abdominal wall.

This video tutorial will provide you with an overview of the blood vessels of the abdominal wall.

Take a closer look at the nerves of the of the abdominal wall in the video below. 

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