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What is the definition or description of: pannus?
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Apron: A pannus is an apron of fat hanging from the waist.
Answered 12/5/2012
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Pannus is apron : The extra skin and fat hanging below the belt line in the lower area of the stomach is called the pannus, or abdominal “apron”. This may extend several inches from the body, covering the genital areas, and will likely become burdensome because of the added weight. There are specialized plastic surgeons that can help remove this..See the university of pittsburgh medical center.
Answered 1/26/2013
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