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atrial

 

[ ˈeɪ.tri.əl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical terminology

Atrial refers to anything pertaining to an atrium, which is a chamber of the heart. The heart has two atria – the right and left atrium, which play critical roles in the circulatory system by receiving blood from the body and lungs. Disorders related to the atria can lead to significant health issues, including arrhythmias. Understanding atrial function is essential for diagnosing and treating heart conditions.

Synonyms

atrium-related, heart chamber-related

Examples of usage

  • Atrial fibrillation is a common type of irregular heartbeat.
  • They monitored the atrial pressure during the procedure.
  • The doctor explained the effects of atrial enlargement.
  • Research focuses on new treatments for atrial flutter.

Translations

Translations of the word "atrial" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atrial

🇮🇳 एट्रियल

🇩🇪 atrial

🇮🇩 atrial

🇺🇦 атриальний

🇵🇱 atrialny

🇯🇵 心房の

🇫🇷 auriculaire

🇪🇸 auricular

🇹🇷 atriyal

🇰🇷 심방의

🇸🇦 أذيني

🇨🇿 atriální

🇸🇰 atriálny

🇨🇳 心房的

🇸🇮 atrijalni

🇮🇸 atríal

🇰🇿 атриалды

🇬🇪 ატრიალური

🇦🇿 atriyal

🇲🇽 auricular

Etymology

The term 'atrial' originates from the Latin word 'atrium', which meant 'entrance hall' or 'forecourt'. In anatomical terms, it was adopted in the 19th century to describe the upper chambers of the heart that receive blood. The use of 'atrial' in medical contexts underscores the importance of distinguishing between various parts of the heart, as understanding these chambers is crucial for cardiology. Over time, 'atrial' has been linked with various cardiovascular conditions, and its usage has expanded within medical literature, particularly in the context of heart diseases and treatments. This evolution reflects the advancement in our understanding of cardiac anatomy and physiology.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,886, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.