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Definition of Musculus obliquus externus abdominis

1. Noun. A diagonally arranged abdominal muscle on either side of the torso.

Medical Definition of Musculus obliquus externus abdominis

1. Origin, fifth to twelfth ribs; insertion, anterior half of lateral lip of iliac crest, inguinal ligament, and anterior layer of the rectus sheath; action, diminishes capacity of abdomen, draws thorax downward; nerve supply, thoracoabdominal nerves. Synonym: musculus obliquus externus abdominis, abdominal external oblique muscle. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Musculus Obliquus Externus Abdominis

Literary usage of Musculus obliquus externus abdominis

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1. A System of Anatomical Plates: Accompanied with Descriptions, and by John Lizars (1822)
"The musculus obliquus externus abdominis,f marked * The fascia superficialis is merely the condensed cellular membrane between the 4. in and the ..."

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