Proximal epiphysis of humerus

System Musculoskeletal
SNOMED CT 280028008

Proximal epiphysis of humerus

Definition

The upper extremity of the humerus (proximal humerus) consists of a large rounded head joined to the body by a constricted portion called the neck, and two eminences, the greater and lesser tubercles.

Also known as proximal end of humerus, proximal humeral epiphysis, upper end of humerus — per UBERON

The Proximal epiphysis of humerus is a part of the Musculoskeletal.

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