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ABFAS Epiphyseal plate fractures questions with correct answers
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Physis 3 distanct zones - Correct Answer-zone of growth zone of cartilage maturation zone of cartilage transformation zone of growth - Correct Answer-is closest to the epiphysis and contains resting chondrocytes that progress to dividing cells that arrange in columns. zone of cartilage maturation - Correct Answer-the weakest region due to loss of intracellular matrix. zone of cartilage transformation - Correct Answer-displays cartilage converting to bone. Periosteum is more vascularized, thicker, and stronger in the child. The cartilage is strongly attached to the metaphysis, and more loosely attached to the diaphysis. The periosteum also acts as a check rein to resist fracture displacement
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