Fascia lata

The fascia lata is a broad and deep fascia that envelops the thigh muscles laterally.

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Fascia lata, anterior view
Anatomical drawing showing the fascia lata from an anterior view. Figure adapted from Atlas and Textbook of Human Anatomy.
Fascia lata, posterior view
Anatomical drawing showing the fascia lata from a posterior view. Figure adapted from Atlas and Textbook of Human Anatomy.

Neurosurgical relevance

Surgically harvested portions of the fascia lata can be used for Dural plasty or to cover Cerebrospinal fluid fistulas.

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