atrioventricular

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌeɪtriəʊvenˈtrɪkjʊlə(r)/

Definition

Relating to both the atria and the ventricles of the heart.

Examples

• The atrioventricular valve prevents blood from flowing backward into the atrium.

• An atrioventricular block can cause the heart to beat too slowly.

• The electrical impulse travels through the atrioventricular node during a normal heartbeat.

Synonyms of atrioventricular

Words with a similar meaning to atrioventricular:

• cardiac

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