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axial skeleton

/ˈæksiəl ˈskɛlɪtən/

Traduction: Partie centrale du squelette comprenant le crâne, la colonne vertébrale et la cage thoracique, qui assure le soutien structurel et la protection du cerveau, de la moelle épinière et des organes vitaux.

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/ˈæksiəl ˈskɛlɪtən/C1formalmedical
  • frPartie centrale du squelette comprenant le crâne, la colonne vertébrale et la cage thoracique, qui assure le soutien structurel et la protection du cerveau, de la moelle épinière et des organes vitaux.

The central part of the skeleton that includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage, providing structural support and protection for the brain, spinal cord, and vital organs.

  1. Central bone structureB2formal

    The part of the skeleton that consists of the bones of the head and trunk of a vertebrate, including the skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum.

    frsquelette axial

    • The axial skeleton provides support and protection for the brain, spinal cord, and vital organs.
    • In humans, the axial skeleton consists of 80 bones.
    • Fractures of the axial skeleton can be serious due to the proximity to major organs.