Metaphysis : definition , clinical importance

 

Metaphysis: it is part of diaphysis near the epiphyseal cartilage found in growing long bone

Blood supply : it is supply by metaphyseal artery and internally by loop arteries branch of nutrient artery

Clinical importance of metaphysis

·       It is the most actively growing area of long bone

·       Profuse blood supply, contain hair pin loops like vessels so it is the common sites of infection  because hair pin loop like vessels make blood flow slow .

·       Muscle, ligament and capsule of joint are attached close to it

·       Metaphysis is common site of osteomyelitis in children