Phrases with «pulmonary valve»

The "pulmonary valve" is a tiny door-like structure in the heart that controls the flow of blood between the heart and the lungs. It makes sure that oxygen-rich blood from the lungs goes to the rest of the body, while preventing oxygen-poor blood from flowing back into the lungs. Full definition

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Sentences with «pulmonary valve»

Although Dr. George enjoys all aspects of cardiology, he has particular interests in managing degenerative heart valve disease, cardiomyopathies (heart muscle diseases), arrhythmias, and performing minimally invasive treatment of congenital and acquired heart diseases including patent ductus arteriosus occlusion, balloon valvuloplasty of pulmonary valve stenosis, and pacemaker implantation for abnormally slow heart rhythms. (aercmn.com)
Garrett has a condition called tetralogy of Fallot with absent pulmonary valve, which can put tremendous pressure on the airways. (sciencedaily.com)
Stenosis of the aortic or pulmonary valves means the valves have narrowed, causing the heart to work harder to pump blood through the smaller openings. (healthypets.mercola.com)
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Phrases with «pulmonary valve»

Sentences with «pulmonary valve»

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