Meaning of the word "tricuspid valve" in English
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tricuspid valve
US /traɪˈkʌspɪd vælv/
UK /traɪˈkʌspɪd vælv/
Noun
1.
a valve between the right atrium and right ventricle of the heart, consisting of three triangular flaps that prevent backflow of blood into the atrium when the ventricle contracts
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The tricuspid valve plays a crucial role in preventing the backflow of blood into the right atrium.
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Damage to the tricuspid valve can lead to various heart conditions.
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