periosteum

• Membrane fibreuse dense qui recouvre la surface des os, à l'exception des surfaces articulaires, contenant des nerfs et des vaisseaux sanguins nourrissant l'os ; elle sert également de point d'attache aux tendons et aux muscles.

A dense fibrous membrane that covers the surface of bones, except at the joints, and contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the bone; it also serves as an attachment point for tendons and muscles.

1. Bone membraneC1formalmedical

   A dense layer of vascular connective tissue that envelops the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.

   Périoste

   • The periosteum contains nerves and blood vessels that supply the bone.
   • Injury to the periosteum can cause significant pain.
   • Surgeons carefully preserve the periosteum during bone operations.