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auriculoventricular

auriculoventricular

9.9
Relating to the upper and lower chambers of the heart
  • adjective
  • /ɔːˌrɪk.jʊ.loʊˈvɛn.trɪ.kjʊ.lər/
  • Specialized
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  • She was diagnosed with an auriculoventricular block that affected her heartbeat.

Examples

  • An auriculoventricular block can lead to abnormal heart rhythms and may require treatment.

  • The auriculoventricular valves prevent the backflow of blood between the heart chambers.

  • Proper auriculoventricular coordination is essential for efficient cardiac function.

  • The auriculoventricular node plays a crucial role in heart rhythm.

  • Doctors monitor the auriculoventricular valves for any abnormalities.

  • Proper auriculoventricular coordination is essential for efficient cardiac function.

  • Doctors monitor the auriculoventricular valves to ensure they are functioning correctly.

Synonyms

atrioventricular
vsauriculoventricular
  • Specialized
1 8.5

Relating to both the upper and lower chambers of the heart

is the same in meaning but uses a longer, less common form

Surface Forms

auriculoventricular positive

Morphology

auriculoventricular = auricle + ventricular (transparent) = auriculo + ventricular

The term transparently combines the elements referring to the atrial appendage ('auricle') and the ventricles, so a learner who knows those components can infer it concerns both atria and ventricles.

Etymology

Auriculoventricular starts with auriculo- meaning 'ear' (from auricle, the ear-like upper chamber) and adds ventricular from ventricle meaning 'little belly', so it refers to something that involves both the upper 'ear-like' chambers (atria) and the lower 'belly-like' chambers (ventricles) of the heart.