Fascia lata
Fascia lata
Definition
The fascia lata is the fascia layer that covers the lateral part of the thigh. It is continuous with the gluteal fascia, the femoral lamina, and the crural fascia. The biceps femoris muscle and tensor fascia lata muscle attach directly to it. It is divided into two layers, a superficial layer and a deep layer, which overlap and are separated by connective tissue.
References
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 2, Arthrologie et myologie, 4th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.
Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature, 3rd Edition, Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.
