👉 Periosteophytes are a group of osteoblasts that produce bone matrix, which forms the extracellular matrix (ECM) in the bone. These cells primarily contribute to the formation and maintenance of bone tissue, as they secrete collagen and hyaluronic acid. These cells can be divided into two main types: periosteophytes (periosteal osteoblasts) and periosteophyseal osteoclasts. Periosteophy
