submucosa
IPA: sʌbmjukˈoʊsʌ
noun
- (anatomy) A layer of connective tissue beneath a mucous membrane
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Examples of "submucosa" in Sentences
- The submucosa is a layer of connective tissue beneath the mucous membrane in the digestive system
- In the small intestine, the submucosa contains blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerve fibers
- Damage to the submucosa can lead to complications such as bleeding or infection
- The submucosa provides support and nourishment to the mucous membrane above it
- Inflammation of the submucosa can cause pain and discomfort in the affected area
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