Vocabulary Entry

mitral

|noun • adjective

noun

A type of heart valve that regulates blood flow between the left atrium and left ventricle.

Example Sentences

"The mitral valve prevents backflow of blood into the left atrium."

"Patients with mitral valve prolapse may experience unusual sounds in their heartbeat."

"The surgeon repaired the damaged mitral valve during the operation."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The mitral leaflets are crucial for proper heart function."

"She has a mitral valve disorder that requires regular check-ups."

"The mitral area of the heart is often examined in echocardiograms."