ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Each kidney is held in place by connective tissue, called renal fascia, and is surrounded by a thick layer of adipose tissue, called perirenal fat, which helps to protect it. A tough, fibrous, connective tissue renal capsule closely envelopes each kidney and provides support for the soft tissue that is inside.

Detailed explanation-2: -The fibrous connective tissue that surrounds each kidney.

Detailed explanation-3: -The kidney capsule consists of a layer of stromal cells surrounded by a sheet of connective tissue and is of major importance during kidney development and adult kidney homeostasis.

Detailed explanation-4: -The renal capsule is a tough fibrous layer surrounding the kidney and covered in a layer of perirenal fat known as the adipose capsule of kidney. The adipose capsule is sometimes included in the structure of the renal capsule. It provides some protection from trauma and damage.

Detailed explanation-5: -Gerota’s fascia (anterior renal fascia) is thin connective tissue (collagen) that surrounds your kidneys and adrenal glands. This tissue joins with posterior renal fascia to separate your kidneys from your other organs.