Atrial

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Atrial

Atrial (/ˈeɪtriəl/), derived from the Latin word "atrium", refers to the two upper chambers of the heart, known as the left and right atria. The term is often used in medical contexts to describe conditions, procedures, or aspects related to these chambers.

Etymology

The term "atrial" is derived from the Latin word "atrium", which was used in Roman architecture to refer to a central room or courtyard. In the context of the heart, the atria serve a similar central role, receiving blood from the body and lungs before it is pumped to the ventricles.

Related Terms

  • Atrial Fibrillation: A condition characterized by an irregular and often rapid heart rate that can increase the risk of strokes, heart failure, and other heart-related complications.
  • Atrial Flutter: A condition where the atria beat faster than the ventricles, resulting in a fast and sometimes irregular heartbeat.
  • Atrial Septum: The wall of tissue that separates the right and left atria of the heart.
  • Atrial Natriuretic Peptide: A hormone secreted from cells in the right atrium of the heart when right atrial pressure increases.
  • Atrial Tachycardia: A type of heart rhythm problem in which the heart's electrical signals cause the atria to beat faster than normal.

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