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

The diaphysis, or central shaft, contains bone marrow in a marrow cavity.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The diaphysis contains compact bone surrounding a medullary cavity containing bone marrow On either end is an epiphysis containing cancellous or spongy 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

In compound separations of epiphysis, the end of the diaphysis may be pushed through the skin.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander