diaphysis
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The superior end of the diaphysis is connected to the epiphysis.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
The entire length of the shaft is the diaphysis.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
Bone lengthening involves growth of the epiphyseal plate cartilage and its replacement by bone, which adds to the diaphysis.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
The diaphysis is the tubular shaft that runs between the proximal and distal ends of the bone.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
The end of the diaphysis may be palpated through the skin in front.
From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
