Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Leptocardii

👉 The term "leptocardii" refers to a type of heart valve that is characterized by its circular shape and an irregular, oval-shaped opening in the valve's chamber. These valves are found in the lower chambers of the heart, specifically the left atrium (the right side of the heart) and the left ventricle (the left side). Leptocardii can be either open or closed, depending on whether they allow blood to flow from one side to the other without being blocked

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👉 Leptocardia, a type of cardiac muscle, is characterized by thin, irregular, and often flattened muscle fibers that are found in the heart's left atrium. These muscles contract rapidly and produce electrical impulses to pump blood throughout the body, contributing to the heartbeat. The term "leptocardii" refers to this specific type of leptocarcinoma, a type of cancer that arises from cardiac muscle cells.

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