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Noun: atrioventricular valve
  1. Either of two heart valves through which blood flows from the atria to the ventricles; prevents return of blood to the atrium

Derived forms: atrioventricular valves

Type of: cardiac valve, heart valve

Encyclopedia: Atrioventricular valve

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