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Subkutana

Subkutana is a term used in medical and biological contexts to denote something located beneath the skin, or related to the subcutaneous tissue. The word is derived from Latin elements meaning under and skin, and in various languages it appears as subkutana or a feminine form of subcutaneous in medical usage.

Anatomy and function

The subcutaneous tissue, also known as the hypodermis, lies between the dermis and the underlying muscles and

Clinical relevance

Subcutaneous tissue is a common target for drug administration, especially for injections that require slower, more

Pathology and imaging

Conditions affecting the subcutaneous tissue include edema, cellulitis, panniculitis, and lipodystrophy from repeated injections. Imaging and

See also

Subcutaneous, hypodermis, intradermal, intramuscular, lipodystrophy, panniculitis.

Note

Subkutana usage may vary by language and medical tradition; in many contexts the term aligns with

fascia.
It
is
composed
mainly
of
adipose
(fat)
tissue,
connective
tissue,
and
a
network
of
small
blood
vessels
and
nerves.
This
layer
provides
insulation,
energy
storage,
and
cushioning
for
the
body.
It
also
serves
as
a
conduit
for
nerves
and
for
the
absorption
of
certain
substances
when
administered
through
subcutaneous
routes.
sustained
absorption.
Subcutaneous
injections
are
routinely
used
for
medications
such
as
insulin
and
certain
anticoagulants.
Preferred
injection
sites
include
the
abdomen,
the
upper
outer
arm,
and
the
front
of
the
thigh,
with
considerations
given
to
fat
thickness
and
rotation
of
sites
to
minimize
tissue
irritation
or
lipodystrophy.
clinical
examination
of
the
subcutaneous
layer
aid
in
diagnosing
infections,
inflammation,
and
soft-tissue
disorders.
the
broader
concept
of
subcutaneous
tissue
and
related
procedures.