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Anatomy of the Human Heart[edit]

The human heart is a muscular organ responsible for pumping blood through the circulatory system. It is located in the thoracic cavity, between the lungs, and is roughly the size of a fist. The heart is composed of four chambers: two atria and two ventricles.

Structure[edit]

The heart is divided into four chambers:

Right Atrium: Receives deoxygenated blood from the body through the superior vena cava and inferior vena cava.
Right Ventricle: Pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs via the pulmonary artery.
Left Atrium: Receives oxygenated blood from the lungs through the pulmonary veins.
Left Ventricle: Pumps oxygenated blood to the body through the aorta.

The heart is enclosed in a double-walled sac called the pericardium, which provides protection and lubrication.

Function[edit]

The primary function of the heart is to maintain a continuous flow of blood throughout the body. This is achieved through a series of coordinated contractions known as the cardiac cycle. The cycle consists of two main phases:

Systole: The phase of contraction where blood is ejected from the ventricles.
Diastole: The phase of relaxation where the heart chambers fill with blood.

Blood Supply[edit]

The heart itself requires a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients, which is provided by the coronary arteries. These arteries branch off from the aorta and encircle the heart muscle.

Electrical Conduction System[edit]

The heart's rhythm is controlled by an electrical conduction system, which includes the sinoatrial node (SA node), atrioventricular node (AV node), and the bundle of His. The SA node, located in the right atrium, acts as the natural pacemaker of the heart.

Heart Valves[edit]

The heart contains four main valves that ensure unidirectional blood flow:

Tricuspid Valve: Located between the right atrium and right ventricle.
Pulmonary Valve: Located between the right ventricle and pulmonary artery.
Mitral Valve: Located between the left atrium and left ventricle.
Aortic Valve: Located between the left ventricle and aorta.

Related Pages[edit]

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-AA560
+== Anatomy of the Human Heart ==
-{{Short description|A hypothetical drug used in medical education}}
+The human heart is a muscular organ responsible for pumping blood through the [[circulatory system]]. It is located in the [[thoracic cavity]], between the lungs, and is roughly the size of a fist. The heart is composed of four chambers: two [[atria]] and two [[ventricles]].
-'''AA560''' is a hypothetical pharmaceutical compound often used in medical education to illustrate various pharmacological principles. It is not a real drug but serves as a useful tool for teaching purposes.
+[[File:AA560.svg|thumb|right|Diagram of the human heart]]
-==Pharmacology==
+=== Structure ===
-AA560 is described as a [[synthetic]] compound with a complex [[molecular structure]]. It is often used to demonstrate the principles of [[drug metabolism]], [[pharmacokinetics]], and [[pharmacodynamics]].
-===Mechanism of Action===
+The heart is divided into four chambers:
-The mechanism of action of AA560 is typically described as a selective [[agonist]] for a specific [[receptor]] subtype. This allows students to explore the concept of receptor binding and the downstream effects of receptor activation.
-===Metabolism===
+* '''Right Atrium''': Receives deoxygenated blood from the body through the [[superior vena cava]] and [[inferior vena cava]].
-AA560 is metabolized primarily in the [[liver]] through the [[cytochrome P450]] enzyme system. This aspect is used to teach about [[first-pass metabolism]] and the role of liver enzymes in drug clearance.
+* '''Right Ventricle''': Pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs via the [[pulmonary artery]].
+* '''Left Atrium''': Receives oxygenated blood from the lungs through the [[pulmonary veins]].
+* '''Left Ventricle''': Pumps oxygenated blood to the body through the [[aorta]].
-===Pharmacokinetics===
+The heart is enclosed in a double-walled sac called the [[pericardium]], which provides protection and lubrication.
-The pharmacokinetics of AA560 include a rapid [[absorption]] phase, a moderate [[distribution]] volume, and a half-life that allows for twice-daily dosing. These parameters are used to illustrate the concepts of [[bioavailability]], [[volume of distribution]], and [[half-life]].
-==Clinical Use==
+=== Function ===
-While AA560 is not used in clinical practice, it is often included in [[case studies]] and [[problem-based learning]] scenarios to help students understand the process of drug development and clinical trial design.
-==Adverse Effects==
+The primary function of the heart is to maintain a continuous flow of blood throughout the body. This is achieved through a series of coordinated contractions known as the [[cardiac cycle]]. The cycle consists of two main phases:
-Hypothetical adverse effects of AA560 include [[nausea]], [[headache]], and [[dizziness]]. These are used to discuss the importance of monitoring and managing side effects in real-world drug therapy.
-==Educational Importance==
+* '''Systole''': The phase of contraction where blood is ejected from the ventricles.
-AA560 is a valuable educational tool in [[medical schools]] and [[pharmacy programs]]. It allows students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios without the ethical and safety concerns associated with real drugs.
+* '''Diastole''': The phase of relaxation where the heart chambers fill with blood.
-==Related pages==
+=== Blood Supply ===
-* [[Pharmacology]]
-* [[Drug metabolism]]
-* [[Pharmacokinetics]]
-* [[Pharmacodynamics]]
-==Gallery==
+The heart itself requires a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients, which is provided by the [[coronary arteries]]. These arteries branch off from the aorta and encircle the heart muscle.
-<gallery>
-File:AA560.svg|Diagram of AA560 molecule
-</gallery>
-[[Category:Pharmacology]]
+=== Electrical Conduction System ===
-[[Category:Medical education]]
+The heart's rhythm is controlled by an electrical conduction system, which includes the [[sinoatrial node]] (SA node), [[atrioventricular node]] (AV node), and the [[bundle of His]]. The SA node, located in the right atrium, acts as the natural pacemaker of the heart.
+=== Heart Valves ===
+The heart contains four main valves that ensure unidirectional blood flow:
+* '''Tricuspid Valve''': Located between the right atrium and right ventricle.
+* '''Pulmonary Valve''': Located between the right ventricle and pulmonary artery.
+* '''Mitral Valve''': Located between the left atrium and left ventricle.
+* '''Aortic Valve''': Located between the left ventricle and aorta.
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Cardiovascular system]]
+* [[Blood pressure]]
+* [[Electrocardiogram]]
+* [[Heart disease]]
+[[Category:Anatomy]]
+[[Category:Cardiology]]