diaphysial

Thân thiện

The diagram highlights the diaphysial region of a long bone.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Relating to the diaphysis of a bone: The term "diaphysial" describes anything pertaining to or associated with the diaphysis, which is the main or midsection (shaft) of a long bone.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The X-ray showed a fracture in the diaphysial region of the femur.
  • Diaphysial growth is a key factor in determining the final length of long bones.

Advanced Usage

• "Diaphysial dysplasia": A medical condition affecting the development of the shaft of long bones.
  • The patient was diagnosed with a rare form of diaphysial dysplasia.

Variants and Related Words

• Diaphyseal (adj): An alternative spelling with the same meaning.
  • The diaphyseal plate is also known as the growth plate.
• Diaphysis (n): The main shaft or central part of a long bone.
  • The diaphysis is primarily composed of compact bone.

Synonyms

• Shaft-related: Pertaining to the central shaft of a long bone.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. relating to the diaphysis of a bone

Từ đồng nghĩa

• diaphyseal