Serous Atrophy of Fat - Pathology
Revision as of 17:41, 5 September 2008 by A.allison (talk | contribs) (New page: Also known as mucoid atrophy of fat. In states of emaciation the body's fat depots are mobilised to provide adequate nutrition to the tissues. Adipose tissue becomes gelatinous. This is...)
Also known as mucoid atrophy of fat. In states of emaciation the body's fat depots are mobilised to provide adequate nutrition to the tissues. Adipose tissue becomes gelatinous. This is most evident in the heart, kidneys and mesentery.