Atrioventricular Node (Noun)
Meaning
A node of specialized heart muscle located in the septal wall of the right atrium; receives impulses from the sinoatrial node and transmits them to atrioventricular bundle.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The sinoatrial node sends electrical impulses to the atrioventricular node, which then transmits them to the ventricles.
- The atrioventricular node receives electrical signals from the sinoatrial node and relays them to the atrioventricular bundle.
- Located between the atria and ventricles, the atrioventricular node plays a crucial role in regulating the heartbeat.
- The atrioventricular node acts as a relay station, delaying the electrical impulses before sending them to the ventricles.
- Disease or damage to the atrioventricular node can disrupt the normal functioning of the heart, leading to arrhythmias or other cardiac issues.