Pericardial
Pronunciation: /ˈpɝˈaɪˈkɑɹˈdaɪəɫ/
Pericardial (adj)
- Relating to the thin sac that surrounds the heart and helps protect it.
- Used for problems or diseases that affect the sac around the heart.
Pericardial (adjective)
Examples
- The pericardial layer protects the heart.
- Doctors study the pericardial covering during exams.