periacinal

/ˌpɛriækɪnəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated around the kidneys

“The periacinal fat plays a crucial role in protecting the kidneys from injury.”

2. noun

the fatty tissue around the kidneys

“The surgeon removed the periacinal fat to improve the patient’s kidney function.”

Synonyms

  • kidney-related
  • renal

Antonyms

  • perirenal