Preferred Label : metaphysis;
Definition : Subdivision of diaphysis which forms the proximal or distal end of diaphysis next
to the epiphysis; together with diaphysis proper, it constitutes the diaphysis. Examples:
proximal metaphysis of humerus, distal metaphysis of femur.;
Origin ID : RID6117;
Automatic exact mappings (from CISMeF team)
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Subdivision of diaphysis which forms the proximal or distal end of diaphysis next
to the epiphysis; together with diaphysis proper, it constitutes the diaphysis. Examples:
proximal metaphysis of humerus, distal metaphysis of femur.
