Are Periosteum and Endosteum Identical?

Periosteum and Endosteum The periosteum forms the outer surface of bone, and the endosteum lines the medullary cavity. Flat bones, like those of the cranium, consist of a layer of diploë (spongy bone), lined on either side by a layer of compact bone (Figure 6.9).

Can you remove the periosteum easily?

All fat and fascia layers should be removed from the periosteum by both sharp and blunt dissection with a moist sponge. Leaving the thin fascia layer on the periosteum is one of the most common mistakes made with harvesting of the periosteal graft.

What are the two layers of periosteum?

Periosteum can be thought of as consisting of two distinct layers, an outer fibrous layer and an inner layer that has significant osteoblastic potential.