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calcaneal apophysis or epiphysis? - Mary

Posted: Aug 03, 2010

I should know this but the meanings seem to be similar.

both - ddd

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epiphysis is growth plate of the calcaneus (or any other bone)

apophysis is portion of the calcaneus where the Achilles tendon attaches.

Thank you - Mary

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Thanks to DDD

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