atrioventricular canal

atrial canal

The part of the heart connecting the atrium to the cardiac ventricle[ZFA]. In the developing heart, the constriction between the atrium and ventricle constitutes the atrial canal, and indicates the site of the future atrioventricular valves[WP].

Type Organ
Parent Structure embryonic structure
Latin Name atrial canal
FMA ID 71121

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the atrioventricular canal?
The part of the heart connecting the atrium to the cardiac ventricle[ZFA]. In the developing heart, the constriction between the atrium and ventricle constitutes the atrial canal, and indicates the site of the future atrioventricular valves[WP].
What is the Latin name for the atrioventricular canal?
The Latin name for the atrioventricular canal is atrial canal.

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