Diaphysis

System Musculoskeletal
SNOMED CT 361729006

Diaphysis

Definition

Subdivision of long bone which forms the part of the bone between the two epiphyses, excluding the metaphyses[FMA,modified].

Also known as body of long bone, long bone diaphysis, shaft of long bone — per UBERON

The Diaphysis is a part of the Musculoskeletal.

Also identified as