endocardium
the serous membrane that lines the cavities of the heart.
Origin of endocardium
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How to use endocardium in a sentence
Endocarditis, is inflammation of the endocardium, which is the lining membrane of the internal surface of the heart.
The New Gresham Encyclopedia | VariousThis fall in blood pressure is commonly attributed to irritation of the endocardium.
The endocardium may be stained from the imbibition of blood.
In the muscular substance of the heart, under the endocardium, there is almost constantly noticed ecchymosis.
Poisons: Their Effects and Detection | Alexander Wynter BlythBy extension of inflammation of the endocardium or pericardium the muscle of the heart may become involved.
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British Dictionary definitions for endocardium
/ (ˌɛndəʊˈkɑːdɪəm) /
the membrane that lines the cavities of the heart and forms part of the valves
Origin of endocardium
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