Diaphysis proper

System Musculoskeletal

Diaphysis proper

Definition

Subdivision of long bone which forms the part of the bone between two metaphyses. Note that the diaphysis includes the metaphyses, but the diaphysis proper excludes these.

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

The Diaphysis proper is a part of the Musculoskeletal.