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Definition of Atrioventricular valve
1. Noun. Either of two heart valves through which blood flows from the atria to the ventricles; prevents return of blood to the atrium.
Terms within: Papillary Muscle
Specialized synonyms: Bicuspid Valve, Left Atrioventricular Valve, Mitral Valve, Right Atrioventricular Valve, Tricuspid Valve
Generic synonyms: Cardiac Valve, Heart Valve
Specialized synonyms: Bicuspid Valve, Left Atrioventricular Valve, Mitral Valve, Right Atrioventricular Valve, Tricuspid Valve
Generic synonyms: Cardiac Valve, Heart Valve