ATRIOVENTRICULAR VALVE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Atrioventricular Valve.
Atrioventricular Valve - as a noun
Either of two heart valves through which blood flows from the atria to the ventricles; prevents return of blood to the atrium
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cardiac valveheart valveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The atrioventricular valve controls the flow of blood between the atria and ventricles of the heart."
"Damage to the atrioventricular valve can lead to heart murmurs."
"The atrioventricular valve prevents the backflow of blood during heart contractions."
"Both the tricuspid and mitral valves are examples of atrioventricular valves."
"Malfunctioning atrioventricular valves can cause heart valve diseases."
Word Variations & Relations
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