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Cardiac Valve (Noun)

Meaning

A valve to control one-way flow of blood.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The heart has four cardiac valves that ensure blood flows in one direction through the chambers.
  • During the procedure, the doctor repaired the damaged cardiac valve to restore normal blood flow.
  • The cardiac valve is made up of thin flaps of tissue that open and close with each heartbeat.
  • The mitral cardiac valve is located between the left atrium and left ventricle, controlling blood flow between the two chambers.
  • In some cases, a diseased cardiac valve may need to be replaced with an artificial one to maintain proper blood circulation.

Synonyms

  • Heart Valve

Hypernyms

  • Valve

Hyponyms

  • Atrioventricular Valve
  • Semilunar Valve
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