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Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system

Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system

Overview

The central nervous system comprises the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system includes all peripheral nerves.

Review Date 5/13/2021

Updated by: Brent Wisse, MD, Board Certified in Metabolism/Endocrinology, Seattle, WA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.