pulmonary valve anulus

anulus of pulmonary valve

The fibrous ring of the pulmonary valve that attaches the cusps of pulmonary valve to the wall of right ventricle, and which consists of portions of the fibrous scallops of the anterior, right posterior and left posterior cusps.

Type Organ
Parent Structure fibrous ring of heart
Latin Name anulus of pulmonary valve
FMA ID 9503

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pulmonary valve anulus?
The fibrous ring of the pulmonary valve that attaches the cusps of pulmonary valve to the wall of right ventricle, and which consists of portions of the fibrous scallops of the anterior, right posterior and left posterior cusps.
What is the Latin name for the pulmonary valve anulus?
The Latin name for the pulmonary valve anulus is anulus of pulmonary valve.

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