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Joint capsule

Definition

noun

A sac-like fibrous tissue that envelopes a synovial joint.


Supplement

It consists of two layers: the outer fibrous layer, called stratum fibfosum, and the inner secreting layer, called stratum synoviale.


Synonym: articular capsule.


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