zone of skin

portion of skin

Any portion of the organ that covers that body and consists of a layer of epidermis and a layer of dermis.

Type Organ
Structure parente structure with developmental contribution from neural crest
Nom latin portion of skin
FMA ID 86166

Sous-structures

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Questions fréquentes

What constitutes a zone of skin anatomically?
A zone of skin is any defined regional portion of the integument — the body's outermost covering. Each zone comprises two primary layers: the outer epidermis (stratified squamous epithelium) and the underlying dermis (connective tissue), together forming the skin proper.
How do zones of skin vary across the body?
Skin zones differ in thickness, hair density, gland composition, and sensory receptor distribution. Palms and soles have thick epidermis without hair (glabrous skin), while most body surfaces have thin skin with hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands.
What is the clinical significance of defining zones of skin?
Defining skin zones is important in dermatology, surgery, and wound care. Different zones heal at different rates, respond differently to treatments, and vary in susceptibility to conditions like pressure ulcers, psoriasis, and skin cancers based on their anatomical characteristics.

Structures associées

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.