Buck's fascia
Buck's fascia is a layer of deep fascia covering the three erectile bodies of the penis. It is named after Gurdon Buck, a surgeon from New York who first described it in 1857.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "Buck's fascia" is derived from the name of Gurdon Buck, a surgeon from New York. Buck first described this layer of deep fascia in 1857.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
Buck's fascia is a layer of deep fascia that covers the three erectile bodies of the penis: the two corpora cavernosa and the corpus spongiosum. It is continuous with the external spermatic fascia in the scrotum and with the fascia lata at the base of the penis.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of Buck's fascia is to provide a protective sheath around the penile structures. It also helps to maintain the shape and rigidity of the penis during erection.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
Damage to Buck's fascia can lead to a condition known as penile fracture. This can occur when there is a sudden and forceful bending of the erect penis, causing a tear in the tunica albuginea and potentially also in Buck's fascia. This is a medical emergency that requires immediate surgical repair.
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