Meaning of the word endocardium in English

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endocardium

US /ˌen.doʊˈkɑːr.di.əm/
UK /ˌen.dəʊˈkɑː.di.əm/
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Noun

the thin, smooth membrane that lines the inside of the chambers of the heart and forms the surface of the valves.

Example:
Inflammation of the endocardium is known as endocarditis.
The doctor examined the patient's endocardium for any abnormalities.