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Echocardiogram - Glossary

Author - Dr. Ravali Neerumalla, M.B.B.S

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Nithin Jayan, MBBS, DNB

Last Updated on Nov 30, 2019

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Glossary

Coronary Arteries: The blood vessels which supply blood to the heart.

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Mitral Valve: The valve between the left atrium and left ventricle.

Published on Aug 10, 2016
Last Updated on Nov 30, 2019

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