diaphysis
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In long bones, chondrocytes form a template of the hyaline cartilage diaphysis.
From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022
The superior end of the diaphysis is connected to the epiphysis.
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
Prognosis and Results.—In the majority of cases union takes place satisfactorily by the formation of callus in the spongy tissue of the diaphysis and on the deep surface of the periosteum.
From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander
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