nodule of semilunar valve

nodule of semilunar valve definition - medical

nodule of semilunar valve

noun
A nodule located at the center of the free border of each semilunar valve at the beginning of the pulmonary artery and aorta. Also called Arantius' nodule, Bianchi's nodule, Morgagni's nodule.

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