MEDICAL
THORACIC WALL
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Question
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Which of the following is not included in the thoracic cage?
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ribs
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all vertebrae
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sternum
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costal cartilage
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all of these
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The thoracic cage, also known as the rib cage, is the osteocartilaginous structure that encloses the thorax. It is formed by the 12 thoracic vertebrae, 12 pairs of ribs and associated costal cartilages and the sternum.
Detailed explanation-2: -The thoracic cage consists of the rib cage, the 12 thoracic vertebrae, 12 pairs of ribs (along with their associated costal cartilages) and the sternum.
Detailed explanation-3: -The sternum, together known as the thoracic cage, is a semi-rigid bony and cartilaginous structure which surrounds the thoracic cavity and supports the shoulder girdle to form the core part of the human skeleton.
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