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bone tissue Etymology: AS, ban + OFr, tissu a hard form of connective tissue composed of osteocytes and a calcified collagenous intercellular substance arranged in thin plates. Also called bony tissue. See also connective tissue. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Exercises that generate large forces such as jumping jacks stimulate bone-forming cells that cause the growth of new bone tissue. Cases were defined as osteomyelitis if bone tissue collected during surgical procedures (primarily open debridements but also including placement of external or internal fixators or bone grafting) was positive for Acinetobacter spp. Scientists have discovered a new way to stimulate one part of an animal's body to grow extra bone tissue that can be transplanted elsewhere. |
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