..Starting node ..Cone-shaped epiphysis of the distal phalanx of the thumb (HP:0009677)
Term ID:
9677
Name:
Cone-shaped epiphysis of the distal phalanx of the thumb
Synonym:
Cone-shaped end part of thumb outermost long bone; Cone-shaped terminal thumb phalanx epiphysis
Definition:
A cone-shaped appearance of the epiphysis of the distal phalanx of the thumb of the hand, producing a 'ball-in-a-socket' appearance. This epiphysis is located at the proximal end of the phalanx and is normally nearly flat. The related entity 'angel-shaped' epiphysis refers to a pronounced cone-shaped epiphysis in combination with a pseudoepiphysis at the distal end of the phalanx.