Metaphysis
System
Musculoskeletal
SNOMED CT
304581004
Metaphysis
Definition
Zone of long bone that is between the epiphysis and diaphysis. 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.[FMA].
Also known as diaphyseal end of long bone, long bone metaphysis, metaphyses — per UBERON
The Metaphysis is a part of the Musculoskeletal.