tricuspid valve anulus

anulus of tricuspid valve

The fibrous ring of the tricuspid valve that attaches the cusps of tricuspid valve to the heart, and which consists of portions of the fibrous scallops of the anterior cusp (infundibular cusp), the posterior cusp (marginal cusp), and the septal cusp (medial cusp).

Type Organ
Parent Structure fibrous ring of heart
Latin Name anulus of tricuspid valve
FMA ID 9500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tricuspid valve anulus?
The fibrous ring of the tricuspid valve that attaches the cusps of tricuspid valve to the heart, and which consists of portions of the fibrous scallops of the anterior cusp (infundibular cusp), the posterior cusp (marginal cusp), and the septal cusp (medial cusp).
What is the Latin name for the tricuspid valve anulus?
The Latin name for the tricuspid valve anulus is anulus of tricuspid valve.

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