tricuspid valve

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tricuspid valve

The doctor points to the tricuspid valve on the anatomical diagram.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A specific heart valve with three triangular flaps: The tricuspid valve is a one-way valve in the heart, characterized by having three distinct cusps or leaflets.
    • A cardiac structure controlling blood flow: It is located at the opening between the right atrium and the right ventricle. Its primary function is to allow blood to flow from the right atrium into the right ventricle and then to close to prevent blood from flowing back into the atrium when the ventricle contracts.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The echocardiogram showed a properly functioning tricuspid valve.
    • A leaky tricuspid valve can lead to symptoms of heart failure.
    • The surgeon repaired the damaged cusp of the patient's tricuspid valve.
Advanced Usage
  • "Tricuspid valve regurgitation": A medical condition where the valve does not close tightly, allowing blood to leak backward into the right atrium.
    • The patient was diagnosed with severe tricuspid valve regurgitation.
  • "Tricuspid valve annulus": The ring-like fibrous structure that forms the base to which the valve's leaflets attach.
    • The procedure focused on repairing the dilated tricuspid valve annulus.
Variants and Related Words
  • Tricuspid (adj): Having three points, cusps, or segments. Often used in anatomical contexts.
    • The tricuspid tooth is found in certain mammals.
  • Valve (n): A bodily structure that temporarily closes a passage or orifice or permits movement of fluid in one direction only.
    • The aortic valve is another crucial valve in the heart.
Synonyms
  • Right atrioventricular valve: The formal anatomical name for the tricuspid valve, describing its location between the right atrium and ventricle.
Related Phrases
  • Tricuspid valve disease: A general term for any malfunction or disorder affecting this valve.
    • Congenital defects are one cause of tricuspid valve disease.
  • Tricuspid valve replacement: A surgical procedure to remove a diseased valve and insert an artificial one.
    • The patient underwent a successful tricuspid valve replacement.
tricuspid valve

The doctor points to the tricuspid valve on the anatomical diagram.

Noun
  1. valve with three cusps; situated between the right atrium and the right ventricle; allows blood to pass from atrium to ventricle and closes to prevent backflow when the ventricle contracts

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