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One of mrs. morgan's fractures is described as being located on the proximal diaphysis. which of these phrases best describes the anatomical location of this fracture?

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Answer;

-Shaft of the bone closest to the shoulder joint

Step-by-step explanation;

-The diaphysis is the main or midsection (shaft) of a long bone. It is made up of cortical bone and usually contains bone marrow and adipose tissue (fat).

-Compared to the other parts of a long bone, the diaphysis is quite different. It has a hollow inside with an open space called the medullary cavity. The cavity is filled with yellow bone marrow, along with blood vessels that supply the living bone tissue.

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