Atrioventricular canal
Atrioventricular Canal (pronunciation: A-tree-o-ven-TRIK-yoo-lar KAN-uh-l) is a significant structure in the heart's development. It is also known as the AV canal.
Etymology
The term "Atrioventricular Canal" is derived from Latin. "Atrium" means entrance hall, "ventricular" refers to a small cavity or chamber, and "canal" signifies a tube-like passage or duct.
Definition
The Atrioventricular Canal is a common cardiac chamber in the embryonic heart, from which the atria and ventricles develop. It plays a crucial role in the normal development of the heart, and its defects are associated with several congenital heart diseases.
Related Terms
- Atrioventricular Canal Defect: A congenital heart defect where there's a large hole in the center of the heart, affecting the heart's valves.
- Atrium: The two upper chambers of the heart.
- Ventricle: The two lower chambers of the heart.
- Congenital Heart Disease: A defect in the structure of the heart and great vessels present at birth.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Atrioventricular canal
- Wikipedia's article - Atrioventricular canal
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