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 weight of the body pushes it down near the joint, but the vertical diaphysis of the femur pushes it up at the other end.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The entire length of the shaft is the diaphysis.

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 many cases a distinct, rounded, smooth, and regular ridge, caused by the projection of the diaphysis, can be felt.

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