diaphysis
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Origin of diaphysis
1825–35; < New Latin < Greek, equivalent to diaphȳ́ ( esthai ) to grow between + -sis -sis
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The epiphyseal plate fades, leaving a structure called the epiphyseal line or epiphyseal remnant, and the epiphysis and diaphysis fuse.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
The diaphysis, or central shaft, contains bone marrow in a marrow cavity.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
Notice the long shaft or diaphysis in the middle of the bone.
From Textbooks ● Jan. 1, 2015
The superior end of the diaphysis is connected to the epiphysis.
From Textbooks ● Jan. 1, 2015
The term epiphysitis has been applied to an inflammatory process in two distinct situations—namely, the ossifying nucleus in the epiphysis, and the ossifying junction or metaphysis between the epiphysial cartilage and the diaphysis.
From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis
It can be found under the periosteum and in the diaphyses of long bones, where it provides support and protection.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
In young subjects before the bones are fully developed the epiphyses may be separated from the diaphyses.
From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander
The effusions were most strongly marked in cases of fractures of the diaphyses, although this was more noticeable in some situations than others.
From Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 Being Mainly a Clinical Study of the Nature and Effects of Injuries Produced by Bullets of Small Calibre by Makins, George Henry
In the caves that were inhabited by man, however, we find the apophyses neglected, whilst the diaphyses are split open.
From Manners and Monuments of Prehistoric Peoples by D'Anvers, N.
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