pericardial sinus

oblique pericardial

There are two Pericardial sinuses: transverse and oblique. The cul-de-sac enclosed between the limbs of the inverted U of the venous mesocardium lies behind the left atrium and is known as the oblique sinus. The passage between the venous and arterial mesocardiabi.e. , between the aorta and pulmonary artery in front and the superior vena cava behindbis termed the transverse sinus. Also, the sinus that forms in the pericardial cavity where the dorso-mesentary pericardium reside. Can be used to pass ligature during cardiac surgery.

Type Vessel
Structure parente anatomical cavity
Nom latin oblique pericardial

Questions fréquentes

What is the pericardial sinus?
There are two Pericardial sinuses: transverse and oblique. The cul-de-sac enclosed between the limbs of the inverted U of the venous mesocardium lies behind the left atrium and is known as the oblique sinus. The passage between the venous and arterial mesocardiabi.e. , between the aorta and pulmonar
What is the Latin name for the pericardial sinus?
The Latin name for the pericardial sinus is oblique pericardial.

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