Epiphyseal

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Epiphyseal

Epiphyseal (pronounced eh-pi-fi-seal) is a term used in the field of medicine and anatomy to describe a part of a long bone that is involved in the process of bone growth.

Etymology

The term "epiphyseal" is derived from the Greek words "epi" meaning "upon" and "physis" meaning "nature" or "growth".

Definition

The epiphyseal or growth plate is the area of growing tissue near the ends of the long bones in children and adolescents. Each long bone has at least two growth plates: one at each end. The growth plate determines the future length and shape of the mature bone. When growth is complete—sometime during adolescence—the growth plates close and are replaced by solid bone.

Related Terms

  • Epiphysis: The end part of a long bone, initially growing separately from the shaft.
  • Metaphysis: The narrow portion of a long bone between the epiphysis and the diaphysis.
  • Diaphysis: The shaft or central part of a long bone.
  • Long bone: Hard, dense bones that provide strength, structure, and mobility.
  • Ossification: The process in which cartilage is transformed into bone.

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