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symphysis

/ˈsɪmfəsɪs/

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noun

Symphyse, soudure osseuse

The process of two originally separate bones growing together as the subject matures, as with the pubic bones or lower jawbones in humans.

Examples :

""The doctor explained that the child's jawbone was still developing a symphysis, meaning the two halves of the jaw would eventually fuse together." "

Le médecin a expliqué que la soudure osseuse de la mâchoire de l'enfant était encore en développement, ce qui signifiait que les deux moitiés de la mâchoire finiraient par se souder.

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noun

Symphyse

A line, discernable on an X-ray, showing such fusion.

Examples :

"The doctor pointed to the X-ray, explaining, "The clear symphysis on your son's wrist indicates that his growth plates have fully fused." "

Le médecin a montré la radiographie, expliquant : « La symphyse claire sur le poignet de votre fils indique que ses plaques de croissance ont complètement fusionné. »

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noun

Symphyse

The cartilaginous material that adjoins and facilitates the junction of such bones, with or without synovia.

Examples :

"During childbirth, the symphysis between the mother's pelvic bones allows for slight movement to help the baby pass through. "

Pendant l'accouchement, la symphyse entre les os du bassin de la mère permet un léger mouvement pour aider le bébé à passer.

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