Turkish Translation
Mitral Kapak
Anatomy
Mitral Valve
The bicuspid valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle that prevents backflow of blood during ventricular systole.
Turkish
Mitral Kapak
Pronunciation
ˈmaɪtrəl vælv
Usage frequency
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Bicuspid Valve
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Meaning and Clinical Context
The bicuspid valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle that prevents backflow of blood during ventricular systole.
The mitral valve consists of two leaflets (anterior and posterior) attached to chordae tendineae and papillary muscles. Its proper function is essential for maintaining unidirectional blood flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle. Pathologies include mitral valve prolapse, stenosis, and regurgitation, which can lead to significant hemodynamic compromise if left untreated.
Category
Example in Use
English: Severe mitral valve regurgitation requires surgical intervention, either through repair or replacement with a prosthetic valve.
Turkish: Şiddetli mitral kapak yetmezliği, onarım veya protez kapak ile değiştirme yoluyla cerrahi müdahale gerektirir.
Clinical Notes
Scenario
During a cardiac auscultation simulation, the learner identifies a mid-systolic click and late systolic murmur consistent with mitral valve prolapse.
Response Template
Transesophageal echocardiography confirms severe mitral valve prolapse with 3+ regurgitation.
Mini FAQ
What does Mitral Valve mean in medical English?
The bicuspid valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle that prevents backflow of blood during ventricular systole.
When is Mitral Valve used in clinical communication?
The mitral valve consists of two leaflets (anterior and posterior) attached to chordae tendineae and papillary muscles. Its proper function is essential for maintaining unidirectional blood flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle. Pathologies include mitral valve prolapse, stenosis, and regurgitation, which can lead to significant hemodynamic compromise if left untreated.
Which glossary category includes Mitral Valve?
Mitral Valve is grouped under Anatomy in the HealthSpeak glossary.
Related Terms
Left Ventricle
The lower left chamber of the heart that receives oxygenated blood from the left atrium and pumps it into the systemic circulation via the aorta.
Tricuspid Valve
The three-leaflet valve situated between the right atrium and right ventricle that prevents backflow of blood during ventricular systole.
Left Atrium
The upper chamber of the heart that receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary veins and pumps it into the left ventricle.
Pulmonary Artery
The artery that carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation, bifurcating into left and right pulmonary arteries.