Mitral
Mitral
Mitral (pronunciation: /ˈmaɪtrəl/) is a term often used in the field of medicine to refer to structures that are shaped like a bishop's mitre (a type of headgear). The term is most commonly associated with the mitral valve, a vital component of the heart's structure.
Etymology
The term "mitral" is derived from the Latin word 'mitra', which means 'a headband' or 'turban'. This is a reference to the shape of the mitral valve, which resembles a bishop's mitre.
Related Terms
- Mitral Valve: A valve in the heart that lies between the left atrium and the left ventricle. It allows blood to flow from the atrium to the ventricle, but not in the reverse direction.
- Mitral Stenosis: A condition characterized by the narrowing of the mitral valve, which can impede the flow of blood from the left atrium to the left ventricle.
- Mitral Regurgitation: A disorder in which the mitral valve does not close properly, allowing blood to flow backward into the left atrium when the left ventricle contracts.
- Mitral Valve Prolapse: A condition in which the two valve flaps of the mitral valve do not close smoothly or evenly, but instead bulge (prolapse) upward into the left atrium.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mitral
- Wikipedia's article - Mitral
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