Bony

What does "Bony" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Bony" in a medical context refers to anything related to the bones in the body. It is often used to describe structures, abnormalities, or injuries that involve the bones. For example, a bony growth would be an abnormal mass of bone tissue. Similarly, a bony injury would be damage to the bone itself.

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