diaphysis
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This calcification prevents diffusion of nutrients into the matrix, resulting in chondrocytes dying and the opening up of cavities in the diaphysis cartilage.
From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022
In long bones, chondrocytes form a template of the hyaline cartilage diaphysis.
From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022
Notice the long shaft or diaphysis in the middle of the bone.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
The diaphysis is the tubular shaft that runs between the proximal and distal ends of the bone.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
Fragilitas of the bone probably exists in many cases when fracture of its diaphysis occurs.
From Lameness of the Horse Veterinary Practitioners' Series, No. 1 by Lacroix, John Victor
