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epiphysis

Term ID
UBERON:0001437
Synonyms
  • bone epiphysis
  • end of long bone
  • epiphyses
  • long bone epiphysis
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Definition
The head of a long bone that articulates with a neighboring skeletal element and is separated from the shaft by the epiphyseal plate until bone growth stops. At that time, the plate disappears and the head and shaft are united[MESH,modified]. (2)
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