Serous Atrophy of Fat - Pathology

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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.