pericardium

The combination of pericardial sac (a double-walled sac containing the heart and the roots of the great vessels) plus fibrous pericardium.

Type Vessel
Body System Cardiovascular
Parent Structure multi-tissue structure
FMA ID 9869

Sub-structures

outflow tract pericardium Organ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pericardium?
The combination of pericardial sac (a double-walled sac containing the heart and the roots of the great vessels) plus fibrous pericardium.
What body system is the pericardium part of?
The pericardium is part of the Cardiovascular.

Related Structures

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