The axial skeleton comprises the central core of the skeleton, including the skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum, providing structural support and protection for the brain, spinal cord, and thoracic organs. Clinically, its integrity is vital in trauma and neurological assessments, with fractures or deformities potentially causing spinal cord injury or impaired respiratory function.
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