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Root of aorta

Radix aortae

  • Latin synonyms: Bulbus aortae
  • Synonyms: Aortic bulb

Definition

Antoine Micheau

The root of aorta (aortic root) includes the aortic annulus, cusps, sinuses of Valsalva, coronary artery ostia, sinotubular junction, and the proximal ascending aorta.

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