epicardium

epicardium definition - medical

ep·i·car·di·um (ĕpˌĭ-kärˈdē-əm)

noun pl. ep·i·car·di·a (-dē-ə)
The inner layer of the pericardium that is in contact with the surface of the heart. Also called visceral layer.

Related Forms:

  • epˌi·carˈdi·al adjective

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