3.4 The Connective Tissue Framework Of The Body

• What is the role of connective tissues in the body?

  • Provide internal framework
  • Connect organs within body cavities
  • Maintain positions of internal organs
  • Distribute blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and nerves
• What are the three types of fascia?

  • Superficial fascia (hypodermis)
  • Deep fascia
  • Subserous fascia
• What is the function of superficial fascia?

  It separates the skin from underlying tissues and provides insulation and padding
• How does deep fascia differ from superficial fascia?

  Deep fascia consists of dense regular connective tissue and provides a strong internal framework
• What is the role of subserous fascia?

  It separates serous membranes from deep fascia, preventing distortion
• What is the significance of fascia in surgical procedures?

  • Holds surgical sutures
  • Provides structural support
  • Encloses muscles, areolar, and adipose tissues
• Identify the four types of membranes in the body and list their functions.

  • Mucous membrane forms barriers that resist entry of pathogens
  • Serous membrane consists of mesothelium supported by a thin layer of areolar connective tissue tich in blood and lymphatic vessels
  • Cutaneous membrane is the skin
  • Synovial membrane line the joint cavity
• Give another name for the superficial fascia. What does it do?

  • Subcutaneous Layer
  • It is the hypodermis which provides insulation
• Which later of fascia lies between the deep fascia and the serous membranes, and what is its function?

  • Subsenous fascia which lines the body cavities