Distal femoral metaphysis

What does "Distal femoral metaphysis" 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

"Distal femoral metaphysis" refers to a specific part of the thigh bone, or femur. The term "distal" means the end of the bone that is furthest from the body's center, in this case, the end closer to the knee. The "metaphysis" is the part of the bone where the main shaft of the bone widens and connects to the end of the bone. So, the "distal femoral metaphysis" is the part of the thigh bone that is near the knee where the bone starts to widen and connect to the knee joint.

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