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mitral valve

/ˈmaɪtrəl vælv/

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/ˈmaɪtrəl vælv/C1formalmedical
  • ruКлапан в сердце, расположенный между левым предсердием и левым желудочком, который регулирует кровоток, предотвращая обратный ток крови в предсердие при сокращении желудочка.

A valve in the heart located between the left atrium and left ventricle that regulates blood flow, preventing backflow into the atrium when the ventricle contracts.

  1. Heart valveC1formal

    A valve in the heart located between the left atrium and left ventricle that prevents backflow of blood.

    ruСердечный клапан

    • The mitral valve opens to allow blood to flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle.
    • Mitral valve prolapse is a common condition where the valve doesn't close properly.
    • The surgeon repaired the damaged mitral valve during the operation.