semifascia

/sɛmɪˈfæʃiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A secondary or supplementary fascia in anatomy, especially in the brain or nervous system.

“The surgeon carefully dissected the semifascia surrounding the tumor.”

2. noun

A partial or incomplete fascia, especially in the context of a surgical repair or reconstruction.

“The doctor explained that the patient required a semifascia graft to restore mobility to the affected limb.”

Synonyms

  • fascia
  • membrane

Antonyms

  • muscle
  • tendon