diaphysis

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Osteoclasts then break down some of the spongy bone to create a marrow, or medullary, cavity in the center of the diaphysis.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

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

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

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 maximum thickening and tenderness usually correspond to the junction of the diaphysis with the epiphysis, and the swelling tails off gradually along the shaft.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis