atrioventricular valve

noun

Meaning

A structure within the heart that separates an atrium from a ventricle, ensuring one-way blood flow.

Examples

The mitral and tricuspid structures are each classified as an atrioventricular valve.
Damage to an atrioventricular valve can lead to serious cardiac complications.

Synonyms: AV valve, cardiac valve

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atrioventricular valve

noun

Pronunciation: ˌeɪtriəʊvɛnˈtrɪkjʊlə vælv

Definition

A structure within the heart that separates an atrium from a ventricle, ensuring one-way blood flow.

Examples

The mitral and tricuspid structures are each classified as an atrioventricular valve.
Damage to an atrioventricular valve can lead to serious cardiac complications.

Synonyms of atrioventricular valve

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