Mitral valve

Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪtɹəɫ ˈvæɫv/

Mitral valve (noun)

  1. A valve in the heart between the left atrium and left ventricle that opens and closes to control blood flow.

Examples

  • The mitral valve flap opens when blood flows into the heart.
  • A doctor checks the mitral valve flap during a heart exam.