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==Overview==
 
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Bone comprises the structure of the skeletal system and provides lever arms for locomotion. Bone also plays important roles in maintaining mineral homeostasis, as well as providing the environment for hematopoesis in marrow.
 
 
[[Image:Horse Skeleton.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Horse Skeleton - Copyright Nottingham]]
 
[[Image:Horse Skeleton.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Horse Skeleton - Copyright Nottingham]]
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[[Image:Growth plate.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Growth plate (Image sourced from Bristol Biomed Image Archive with permission)</center></small>]]
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[[Image:Growth plate closer.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Growth plate magnified (Image sourced from Bristol Biomed Image Archive with permission)</center></small>]]
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[[Image:Aspinall Slide1.JPG|thumb|right|250px|<small>Image from [http://www.elsevierhealth.co.uk/veterinary-nursing/spe-60136/ Aspinall, The Complete Textbook of Veterinary Nursing], Elsevier Health Sciences, ''All rights reserved''</small>]]
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Bone comprises the structure of the skeletal system and provides lever arms for locomotion. Bone also plays important roles in maintaining mineral homeostasis, as well as providing the environment for [[Haematopoiesis - Overview|hematopoesis]] in [[Bone Marrow|marrow]].
  
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==Development of Bone and Cartilage==
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'''Short bones''' - Endochondral ossification continues in the diaphysis, until only the cartilage rim remains.
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'''Osteogenesis''' is the formation of [[Bones and Cartilage - Anatomy & Physiology#Types of Bone|bone]]. Bone forms from one of three lineages; the skull forms from the [[Neurogenesis - Anatomy & Physiology#Neural Crest|'''neural crest''']]; the limb skeleton forms from the '''lateral plate mesoderm'''; and the axial skeleton forms from the '''paraxial mesoderm (sclerotome)'''.
 
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There are two methods of osteogenesis;
 
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1. '''Intramembranous Ossification'''
 
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Forms the '''flat''' bones of skull and mandible. There is no cartilaginous precursor, the mesenchyme forms bone directly. The mesenchyme condenses, differentiates to pre-osteoblasts, then to osteoblasts. The osteoblasts synthesize osteoid (collagen and proteoglycans) causing mineralization and bone spicule formation. Spicules produce spongy bone. The bone growth can be described as appositional growth, where bone is laid down on the exterior (vs interior) surface of the developing bone. During bone development there is an increasing association with blood vessels and bone marrow is formed by the mesenchyme, between the bone and the blood vessels.
 
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2. '''Endochondral Ossification'''
 
  
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This is responsible for embryonic bone formation, as well as the growth in length. This occurs via a cartilaginous precursor. The mesenchyme condenses to form the bone outline. The increased cell density triggers core cells to differentiate to chondrocytes and begin secreting the cartilage matrix. Proliferation continues and the bone shape is formed, with a diaphysis (shaft) and epiphysis (bulbous ends). Chondrocytes in the middle of the diaphysis stop proliferating and undergo '''hypertrophy'''. The shaft is surrounded by the '''perichondrium''', a restrictive membrane. This means that the bone can only grow in length, not width. The epiphyses are pushed away from each other. After the chondrocytes have undergone hypertrophy, they die. '''Osteoblasts''' on the inner side of the perichondrium invade the cartilage matrix. They then secrete the extra - cellular matrix, characteristic of bone. Ossification occurs from the outside in. This is called '''primary ossification''', or perichondrial ossification. Blood vessels invade the central region of the diaphysis to transport [[Bone Marrow - Anatomy & Physiology|bone marrow]] stem cells and osteoclasts. The osteoclasts break down the cartilage matrix to allow room for the bone marrow.
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'''Long bones''' - A secondary center of ossification develops in the epiphyses.
  
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There is no perichondrium surrounding the epiphysis, this allows for expansion in length of the bone, but means that there are no surrounding osteoblasts to invade. To achieve osteogenesis, blood vessels invade from the diaphysis and carry osteoblasts with them. In the epiphysis, osteoblasts initiate bone growth from the inside out. This is called '''secondary ossification'''. In some mammals, secondary ossification occurs after birth. The bone becomes covered in a layer containing osteoblasts.
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See [[Bone & Cartilage Development - Anatomy & Physiology|Bone and Cartilage Development]]
  
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Cartilage is ''not replaced by bone'' in two areas:
 
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1. In between the diaphysis and epiphysis, a region called the '''epiphyseal growth plate (EPG)'''.
 
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2. At the ends of the epiphysis, between the joints. Acts as a '''shock absorber'''.
 
  
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For more information on bone and joint development, click [[Bone & Joint Development - Anatomy & Physiology|here]].
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==Bone Growth==
  
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[[Image:Growth plate.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Growth plate (Image sourced from Bristol Biomed Image Archive with permission)</center></small>]]
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===Length===
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The '''epiphyseal growth plate (EGP, physis)''' is a transverse disc of cartilage between the two ossification centers and allows the bone to continue to grow in length after birth. It then closes. The EGP is a region of continuous chondroblast differentiation and maturation and can be divided into five zones:
  
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==Bone Growth and Remodeling==
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# '''Germinal Zone''' - chondroblast division at a low rate, and self renewal.
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# '''Proliferation Zone''' - chondroblast division at a fast rate.
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# '''Maturation Zone''' - chondroblast differentiation into chondrocytes.
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# '''Hypertrophic Zone''' - chondrocytes enlarge and then die.
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# '''Dead cells''' become the matrix for bone growth.
  
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'''Short bones'''- Endochondral ossification continues in the diaphysis, until only the cartilage rim remains.
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===Girth===
  
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'''Long bones'''- A secondary center of ossification develops in the epiphyses.
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The '''periosteum''' lines the outer surface of the diaphysis of the bone. It has a cellular inner layer, consisting of osteoblasts, and a fibrous outer layer. The '''endosteum''' lines the inner surface of the diaphysis of the bone. It contains osteoblasts ''and'' osteoclasts. Bone growth occurs by a shift in the equilibrium between osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Osteoblasts on the outside in the periosteum add bone to increase the bone's diameter. Osteoclasts on the inside in the endosteum remove this bone to maintain the bone diameter. When osteoclasts start removing less bone, or osteoblasts start adding more bone, the girth increases.
  
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'''Epiphyseal Growth Plate'''
 
  
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The growth plate is a transverse disc of cartilate between the two ossification centers, and allows longitudinal growth to continue to maturity. It then closes. The cartilage of the epiphyseal growth plate is divided into: (from right to left on the magnified image)
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==Bone Remodeling==
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[[Image:Haversian system.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Haversian system (Courtesy of RVC Histology images)</center></small>]]
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'''Primary''' bone has not yet been '''remodelled'''. It contains less mineral and more randomly arranged collagen fibers, known as trabecular organization. Remodelling of bone occurs by '''haversian canals'''. The osteoclasts dig out the canal longitudinally through the bone connecting with bone marrow cavity and periosteum. They are followed by anastamosing and branching blood vessels. Concentric bony lamellae are laid down with rows of interconnected lacunae containing '''osteocytes''' within. The osteocytes communicate by channels in young bones. Phased resorption happens concurrently.
  
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1. Resting (reserve) zone
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'''Haversion canals + lamellae + osteocytes = Haversion system'''
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2. Proliferative zone
 
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3. Hypertrophic zone
 
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'''Primary''' bone has not yet been '''remodelled'''. It contains less mineral and more randomly arranged collagen fibers, known as trabecular organization. Remodelling of bone occurs by '''haversian canals'''. The osteoclasts dig out the canal, followed by blood vessel invasion. Concentric lamellae are laid down and phased resorption happens concurrently.
 
  
 
==Types of Bone==
 
==Types of Bone==
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Found in the skull, pelvic girdle, and scapula. It expands in two directions, with a broad surface for attachment of large muscle masses and protection of underlying structures.
 
Found in the skull, pelvic girdle, and scapula. It expands in two directions, with a broad surface for attachment of large muscle masses and protection of underlying structures.
  
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4. '''Irregular Bone'''
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5. '''Sesamoid Bone'''
  
 
Eg. Patella and navicular bone. Found within tendons, where they change direction over prominences that would otherwise cause damage. They form '''synovial joints''' with major bones with which they are in contact. They also serve to displace tendon from the axis of the joint, increasing the leverage exerted by the muscle.
 
Eg. Patella and navicular bone. Found within tendons, where they change direction over prominences that would otherwise cause damage. They form '''synovial joints''' with major bones with which they are in contact. They also serve to displace tendon from the axis of the joint, increasing the leverage exerted by the muscle.
  
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6. '''Splanchnic Bone'''
  
 
Develop in soft organs remote from skeletal connection, eg. '''os penis'''.  
 
Develop in soft organs remote from skeletal connection, eg. '''os penis'''.  
  
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7. '''Pneumatic Bone'''
  
 
Excavated to contain air spaces, such as the skull in the instance of paranasal sinuses, and the post-cranial skeleton of birds.
 
Excavated to contain air spaces, such as the skull in the instance of paranasal sinuses, and the post-cranial skeleton of birds.
  
 
==Composition of Bone==
 
==Composition of Bone==
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[[Image:Bone histo.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Histological structure of bone (Courtesy of RVC Histology images)</center></small>]]
 
[[Image:Bone histo.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Histological structure of bone (Courtesy of RVC Histology images)</center></small>]]
 
[[Image:Bone micro structure.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Microscopic bone (Courtesy of RVC Histology images)</center></small>]]
 
[[Image:Bone micro structure.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Microscopic bone (Courtesy of RVC Histology images)</center></small>]]
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Bone is a hard, highly specialised connective tissue . It consists of interconnected cells embedded in a calcified, collagenous matrix. It is a living, dynamic, responsive tissue, growing and remodelling throughout life.
 
Bone is a hard, highly specialised connective tissue . It consists of interconnected cells embedded in a calcified, collagenous matrix. It is a living, dynamic, responsive tissue, growing and remodelling throughout life.
  
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Bone is comprised of:
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Bone is composed of:
  
 
===Matrix===
 
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'''Osteoid'''- An organic, uncalcified, homogeneous substance that stains light pink with H&E . Osteoid consists of type I collagen (90%), which resists tension and bone-specific proteins(10%), including; Osteonectin, Osteopontin and Osteocalcin.
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'''Osteoid'''- An organic, uncalcified, homogeneous substance that stains light pink with H&E . Osteoid consists of type I collagen (90%), which resists tension, and bone-specific proteins (10%), including; Osteonectin, Osteopontin and Osteocalcin.
  
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'''Mineral'''- An inorganic component, provides rigidity. Consists of a crystalline lattice of calcium phosphate and calcium carbonate. It also contains Mg, Mn, Zn, Cu, Na, F. It accounts for 65% of bone.
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'''Mineral'''- An inorganic component that provides rigidity and consists of a crystalline lattice of calcium phosphate and calcium carbonate. It also contains Mg, Mn, Zn, Cu, Na, F. It accounts for 65% of bone.
  
 
===Cells===
 
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'''Osteoblasts'''
 
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A single layer of mesenchymal cells which synthesize bone extracellular matrix (osteoid). When active, thet appear plump and cuboidal, with a basophilic cytoplasm. The cell membranes are rich in alkaline phosphatase (ALP). The cells are possibly involved in pumping calcium across membranes. They are promoted by growth factors and have receptors for [[Bones - normal#Bone resorption|PTH]]. They contract in response, which provides space for osteoclasts to attach. When they are inactive, there is less cytoplasm, so they become flattened.
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A single layer of mesenchymal cells which synthesize bone extracellular matrix (osteoid). When active, they appear plump and cuboidal, with a basophilic cytoplasm. The cell membranes are rich in alkaline phosphatase (ALP). The cells are possibly involved in pumping calcium across membranes. They are promoted by growth factors and have receptors for [[Calcium#Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)|PTH]]. They contract in response, which provides space for osteoclasts to attach. When they are inactive, there is less cytoplasm, so they become flattened.
  
 
'''Osteocytes'''
 
'''Osteocytes'''
  
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osteoblasts are embedded in their own matrix; reside within '''lacunae''' and are interconnected via channels forming '''canaliculi'''. Canaliculi create connections to form a huge neural-like junctional organization. They contact osteoblasts and each other with cytoplasmic processes and reach through canaliculi in the mineralised bone matrix. Osteocytes regulate the composition of bone fluid.
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Osteocytes are embedded in their own matrix; reside within '''lacunae''' and are interconnected via channels forming '''canaliculi'''. Canaliculi create connections to form a huge neural-like junctional organization. They contact osteoblasts and each other with cytoplasmic processes and reach through canaliculi in the mineralised bone matrix. Osteocytes regulate the composition of bone fluid.
  
 
'''Osteoclasts'''
 
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Osteoclasts are giant (multinucleate [[Monocytes|monocytes]]) cells. Histologically, they are large, often multinucleated cells. They have an acidophilic cytoplasm. They sit in the bone surface depression known as, '''howship's lacuna'''. Osteoclasts respond to vitamin D by increasing their numbers and activity (parathyroid independent). Osteoclasts act to resorb the bone ECM. They firstly dissolve mineral followed by collagen, using the brush border. They do <u>not</u> have receptors for PTH, but do have receptors for [[Calcium#Calcitonin|calcitonin]].  
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Osteoclasts are giant (multinucleate [[Monocytes|monocytes]]) cells. Histologically, they are large, often multinucleated cells. They have an acidophilic cytoplasm. They sit in the bone surface depression known as, '''howship's lacuna'''. Osteoclasts respond to [[Calcium#Calcitriol (Activated Vitamin D3)|vitamin D]] by increasing their numbers and activity (parathyroid independent). Osteoclasts act to resorb the bone extracellular matrix (ECM). They firstly dissolve mineral followed by collagen, using the brush border. They do <u>not</u> have receptors for PTH, but do have receptors for [[Calcium#Calcitonin|calcitonin]].  
  
 
Osteoblasts, osteocytes, chondroblasts and chondrocytes are derived from the stromal fibroblastic system ('''osteoprogenitor cells'''). Osteoclasts are derived from the haematopoietic system.
 
Osteoblasts, osteocytes, chondroblasts and chondrocytes are derived from the stromal fibroblastic system ('''osteoprogenitor cells'''). Osteoclasts are derived from the haematopoietic system.
  
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==Organisation of Bone==
  
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The normal progression of bone is from woven bone to lamellar bone, even in pathology, except for [[Bones Hyperplastic and Neoplastic - Pathology#Craniomandibular osteopathy|canine craniomandibular osteopathy]] and [[Bones Metabolic - Pathology#Hypervitaminosis D|hypervitaminosis D]], where lamellar bone is replaced by woven bone.
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The normal progression of bone is from woven bone to lamellar bone, even in pathology, except for [[Craniomandibular Osteopathy|canine craniomandibular osteopathy]] and [[Hypervitaminosis D|hypervitaminosis D]], where lamellar bone is replaced by woven bone.
  
 
===Woven bone===
 
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1. '''Compact bone (cortical)'''  
  
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A sheath covers the external surface of long bone. It is thicker in the shaft and thins over the epiphyses. It is comprised of thin lamallae in a series of concentric tubes arranged around small central canals (collectively known as an '''osteone'''). It forms 80% of the total bone mass and consists of cells and interstitial substance - 30% ossein (type of collagen) and 70% minerals, especially calcium phosphate.  
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A sheath covers the external surface of long bone. It is thicker in the shaft and thins over the epiphyses. It is composed of thin lamallae in a series of concentric tubes arranged around small central canals (collectively known as an '''osteone'''). It forms 80% of the total bone mass and consists of cells and interstitial substance - 30% ossein (type of collagen) and 70% minerals, especially calcium phosphate.  
  
 
2. '''Cancellous bone (spongy or trabecular)'''  
 
2. '''Cancellous bone (spongy or trabecular)'''  
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Formed on the periosteal surface of diaphysis. It accomodates rapid growth of large dogs and farm animals. Plates of woven bone from within the periosteum. As it forms, it fuses with the bone surface.
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Formed on the periosteal surface of diaphysis. It accommodates rapid growth of large dogs and farm animals. Plates of woven bone from within the periosteum. As it forms, it fuses with the bone surface.
  
 
==Periosteum and blood supply==
 
==Periosteum and blood supply==
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The periosteum is the specialised sheath of connective tissue covering bone, except at the articular surfaces. It is loosely attached, except at tendon insertions and boney prominences. Histologically, there is an outer layer which is fibrous for support, and an inner layer that is osteogenic. It consists of a rich supply of nerves and lymph vessels, including nutrient, metaphyseal and periosteal arteries. The normal flow of blood from the medulla to the periosteum is due to higher pressures in the medulla. Young animals have a greater blood supply.  
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The periosteum is the specialised sheath of connective tissue covering bone, except at the articular surfaces. It is loosely attached, except at tendon insertions and bony prominences. Histologically, there is an outer layer which is fibrous for support, and an inner layer that is osteogenic. It consists of a rich supply of nerves and lymph vessels, including nutrient, metaphyseal and periosteal arteries. The normal flow of blood from the medulla to the periosteum is due to higher pressures in the medulla. Young animals have a greater blood supply.  
  
 
The '''endosteum''' lines the marrow cavity. The '''medullary cavity and cancellous interstitium''' is for bone marrow storage and production. [[Bone Marrow - Anatomy & Physiology#Red marrow|'''Red marrow''']] is a richly vascularized, gelatinous tissue with hematopoeitic properties found abundantly in young animals and [[Bone Marrow - Anatomy & Physiology#Yellow marrow|'''yellow marrow''']] has been converted from red marrow by fat infiltration, causing hematopoeitic properties to dwindle.
 
The '''endosteum''' lines the marrow cavity. The '''medullary cavity and cancellous interstitium''' is for bone marrow storage and production. [[Bone Marrow - Anatomy & Physiology#Red marrow|'''Red marrow''']] is a richly vascularized, gelatinous tissue with hematopoeitic properties found abundantly in young animals and [[Bone Marrow - Anatomy & Physiology#Yellow marrow|'''yellow marrow''']] has been converted from red marrow by fat infiltration, causing hematopoeitic properties to dwindle.
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'''Stress''': the internal forces resisting the change in dimension caused by the load.
 
'''Stress''': the internal forces resisting the change in dimension caused by the load.
  
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Cells use strain as a stimulus to adjust mass and architecture according to load. Resorption and osteogenesis happen concurrently to maintain bone integrity. This is mediated by two [[Parathyroid Glands - Pathology#Hormonal Control|hormones]]:
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Cells use strain as a stimulus to adjust mass and architecture according to load. Resorption and osteogenesis happen concurrently to maintain bone integrity. This is mediated by two hormones:
  
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Produced by <u>chief cells in the parathyroid glands</u> in response to <u>decreased</u> serum calcium. In response, osteoclasts increase in number and resorb mineralised matrix to increase Ca in blood.
 
Produced by <u>chief cells in the parathyroid glands</u> in response to <u>decreased</u> serum calcium. In response, osteoclasts increase in number and resorb mineralised matrix to increase Ca in blood.
  
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Produced by <u>C-cells in the thyroid glands</u> in response to <u>increased</u> serum calcium. Inhibits osteoclasts.
 
Produced by <u>C-cells in the thyroid glands</u> in response to <u>increased</u> serum calcium. Inhibits osteoclasts.
  
 
In neonates, bone growth predominates and modelling is important. In adults, the formation of bone is balanced by resorption - remodelling. It continues throughout life under the influence of hormones and mechanical pressure. Bone resorption may exceed formation in pathological states (hormonal, trauma, nutritional) or in old age and disuse.
 
In neonates, bone growth predominates and modelling is important. In adults, the formation of bone is balanced by resorption - remodelling. It continues throughout life under the influence of hormones and mechanical pressure. Bone resorption may exceed formation in pathological states (hormonal, trauma, nutritional) or in old age and disuse.
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Reside within '''lacunae''' within ECM and are responsible for synthesizing the '''matrix'''. The matrix consists of type II collagen, (except fibrocartilage) and proteoglycans with associated glycosaminoglycans. They are continually turned over and are the most vulnerable component of cartilage. Decresed proteoglycan, causes loss of lubrication which results in collagen disruption. This includes, frays, clefts, fibrillation, ulcers, exposure of bone, [[Musculoskeletal Terminology - Pathology|eburnation, +/- osteophytes and joint mice]].
 
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The most abundant in the body. It is normally blue-white, smooth with a moist surface and turns yellow and becomes thinner in old age. It is found in nose, trachea, bronchi, ventral ends of ribs and sternal attachment. It is surrounded by perichondrium. It is at sites of articulation to provide a resilient, frictionless surface that resists compression. It is also found at epiphyseal growth plates.
 
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==Links==
 
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Click here for information on [[Bone & Cartilage Development - Anatomy & Physiology|Bone and Cartilage Development]].
  
 
Click here for information on [[Bones - Pathology|bone and cartilage pathology]].
 
Click here for information on [[Bones - Pathology|bone and cartilage pathology]].
  
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Latest revision as of 23:00, 8 December 2015


Overview

Horse Skeleton - Copyright Nottingham
Growth plate (Image sourced from Bristol Biomed Image Archive with permission)
Growth plate magnified (Image sourced from Bristol Biomed Image Archive with permission)
Image from Aspinall, The Complete Textbook of Veterinary Nursing, Elsevier Health Sciences, All rights reserved

Bone comprises the structure of the skeletal system and provides lever arms for locomotion. Bone also plays important roles in maintaining mineral homeostasis, as well as providing the environment for hematopoesis in marrow.

Short bones - Endochondral ossification continues in the diaphysis, until only the cartilage rim remains.

Long bones - A secondary center of ossification develops in the epiphyses.

See Bone and Cartilage Development


Bone Growth

Length

The epiphyseal growth plate (EGP, physis) is a transverse disc of cartilage between the two ossification centers and allows the bone to continue to grow in length after birth. It then closes. The EGP is a region of continuous chondroblast differentiation and maturation and can be divided into five zones:

  1. Germinal Zone - chondroblast division at a low rate, and self renewal.
  2. Proliferation Zone - chondroblast division at a fast rate.
  3. Maturation Zone - chondroblast differentiation into chondrocytes.
  4. Hypertrophic Zone - chondrocytes enlarge and then die.
  5. Dead cells become the matrix for bone growth.

Girth

The periosteum lines the outer surface of the diaphysis of the bone. It has a cellular inner layer, consisting of osteoblasts, and a fibrous outer layer. The endosteum lines the inner surface of the diaphysis of the bone. It contains osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Bone growth occurs by a shift in the equilibrium between osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Osteoblasts on the outside in the periosteum add bone to increase the bone's diameter. Osteoclasts on the inside in the endosteum remove this bone to maintain the bone diameter. When osteoclasts start removing less bone, or osteoblasts start adding more bone, the girth increases.


Bone Remodeling

Haversian system (Courtesy of RVC Histology images)

Primary bone has not yet been remodelled. It contains less mineral and more randomly arranged collagen fibers, known as trabecular organization. Remodelling of bone occurs by haversian canals. The osteoclasts dig out the canal longitudinally through the bone connecting with bone marrow cavity and periosteum. They are followed by anastamosing and branching blood vessels. Concentric bony lamellae are laid down with rows of interconnected lacunae containing osteocytes within. The osteocytes communicate by channels in young bones. Phased resorption happens concurrently.

Haversion canals + lamellae + osteocytes = Haversion system

Types of Bone

1. Long Bone

Found in the limbs and act as levers for locomotion. An elongated diaphysis (shaft) and two epiphyses (ends), each of which encases a center for ossification.

2. Short Bone

Found in places of articulation, such as the carpus and tarsus. All dimensions are relatively equal, generally signifying one center of ossification.

3. Flat Bone

Found in the skull, pelvic girdle, and scapula. It expands in two directions, with a broad surface for attachment of large muscle masses and protection of underlying structures.

4. Irregular Bone

Found in the vertebrae.

5. Sesamoid Bone

Eg. Patella and navicular bone. Found within tendons, where they change direction over prominences that would otherwise cause damage. They form synovial joints with major bones with which they are in contact. They also serve to displace tendon from the axis of the joint, increasing the leverage exerted by the muscle.

6. Splanchnic Bone

Develop in soft organs remote from skeletal connection, eg. os penis.

7. Pneumatic Bone

Excavated to contain air spaces, such as the skull in the instance of paranasal sinuses, and the post-cranial skeleton of birds.

Composition of Bone

Histological structure of bone (Courtesy of RVC Histology images)
Microscopic bone (Courtesy of RVC Histology images)

Bone is a hard, highly specialised connective tissue . It consists of interconnected cells embedded in a calcified, collagenous matrix. It is a living, dynamic, responsive tissue, growing and remodelling throughout life.

Bone is composed of:

Matrix

Osteoid- An organic, uncalcified, homogeneous substance that stains light pink with H&E . Osteoid consists of type I collagen (90%), which resists tension, and bone-specific proteins (10%), including; Osteonectin, Osteopontin and Osteocalcin.

Mineral- An inorganic component that provides rigidity and consists of a crystalline lattice of calcium phosphate and calcium carbonate. It also contains Mg, Mn, Zn, Cu, Na, F. It accounts for 65% of bone.

Cells

Osteoblasts

A single layer of mesenchymal cells which synthesize bone extracellular matrix (osteoid). When active, they appear plump and cuboidal, with a basophilic cytoplasm. The cell membranes are rich in alkaline phosphatase (ALP). The cells are possibly involved in pumping calcium across membranes. They are promoted by growth factors and have receptors for PTH. They contract in response, which provides space for osteoclasts to attach. When they are inactive, there is less cytoplasm, so they become flattened.

Osteocytes

Osteocytes are embedded in their own matrix; reside within lacunae and are interconnected via channels forming canaliculi. Canaliculi create connections to form a huge neural-like junctional organization. They contact osteoblasts and each other with cytoplasmic processes and reach through canaliculi in the mineralised bone matrix. Osteocytes regulate the composition of bone fluid.

Osteoclasts

Osteoclasts are giant (multinucleate monocytes) cells. Histologically, they are large, often multinucleated cells. They have an acidophilic cytoplasm. They sit in the bone surface depression known as, howship's lacuna. Osteoclasts respond to vitamin D by increasing their numbers and activity (parathyroid independent). Osteoclasts act to resorb the bone extracellular matrix (ECM). They firstly dissolve mineral followed by collagen, using the brush border. They do not have receptors for PTH, but do have receptors for calcitonin.

Osteoblasts, osteocytes, chondroblasts and chondrocytes are derived from the stromal fibroblastic system (osteoprogenitor cells). Osteoclasts are derived from the haematopoietic system.

Organisation of Bone

The normal progression of bone is from woven bone to lamellar bone, even in pathology, except for canine craniomandibular osteopathy and hypervitaminosis D, where lamellar bone is replaced by woven bone.

Woven bone

Woven bone consists of coarse collagen fibres. It is later removed by osteoclasts and replaced by lamellar bone. In adults, it is a sign of a pathological condition (e.g. fracture, inflammation, neoplasia).

Lamellar bone

Lamellar bone consists of orderly layers, which are much stronger than woven bone. There are fine collagen fibres in concentric or parallel laminae. There are two main types of lamellar bone:

1. Compact bone (cortical)

A sheath covers the external surface of long bone. It is thicker in the shaft and thins over the epiphyses. It is composed of thin lamallae in a series of concentric tubes arranged around small central canals (collectively known as an osteone). It forms 80% of the total bone mass and consists of cells and interstitial substance - 30% ossein (type of collagen) and 70% minerals, especially calcium phosphate.

2. Cancellous bone (spongy or trabecular)

Stacks of parallel or concentrically stacked sheets arranged as rods, plates, and arches. In vertebrae, it forms flat bones and forms the hematopoeitic center of epiphyses of long bones. It contains no Haversian systems.

Laminar bone

Formed on the periosteal surface of diaphysis. It accommodates rapid growth of large dogs and farm animals. Plates of woven bone from within the periosteum. As it forms, it fuses with the bone surface.

Periosteum and blood supply

Periosteum

The periosteum is the specialised sheath of connective tissue covering bone, except at the articular surfaces. It is loosely attached, except at tendon insertions and bony prominences. Histologically, there is an outer layer which is fibrous for support, and an inner layer that is osteogenic. It consists of a rich supply of nerves and lymph vessels, including nutrient, metaphyseal and periosteal arteries. The normal flow of blood from the medulla to the periosteum is due to higher pressures in the medulla. Young animals have a greater blood supply.

The endosteum lines the marrow cavity. The medullary cavity and cancellous interstitium is for bone marrow storage and production. Red marrow is a richly vascularized, gelatinous tissue with hematopoeitic properties found abundantly in young animals and yellow marrow has been converted from red marrow by fat infiltration, causing hematopoeitic properties to dwindle.

Biomechanics of Bone

Bone growth and maintenance of normal structure are directly related to mechanical forces. Mechanical forces generate bioelectrical potentials (piezoelectricity), these potentials strengthen bone. Inactivity reduces the potentials, causing bone loss.

Wolff's Law

Bone architecture adapts in response to the loads applied upon it according to mathematical laws;

Load: the external force placed on a structure, F.

Strain: the proportional change in the structure's dimensions.

Stress: the internal forces resisting the change in dimension caused by the load.

Cells use strain as a stimulus to adjust mass and architecture according to load. Resorption and osteogenesis happen concurrently to maintain bone integrity. This is mediated by two hormones:

1. Parathyroid hormone (PTH)

Produced by chief cells in the parathyroid glands in response to decreased serum calcium. In response, osteoclasts increase in number and resorb mineralised matrix to increase Ca in blood.

2. Calcitonin

Produced by C-cells in the thyroid glands in response to increased serum calcium. Inhibits osteoclasts.

In neonates, bone growth predominates and modelling is important. In adults, the formation of bone is balanced by resorption - remodelling. It continues throughout life under the influence of hormones and mechanical pressure. Bone resorption may exceed formation in pathological states (hormonal, trauma, nutritional) or in old age and disuse.

Links

Click here for information on Bone and Cartilage Development.

Click here for information on bone and cartilage pathology.



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