Valve which separates the left atrium and the left ventricle and prevents backflow from the ventricle to the atrium. The term is derived from "miter", to which it is similar (a miter being a tall, pointed hat with peaks at the front and back, worn by a bishop).
back to topNoise between normal heart sounds due to the flow of blood.
back to topMuscle of the heart wall which contracts in order to expel blood.
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