Atrium

What does "Atrium" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

In the field of medicine, the term "atrium" refers to one of the two upper chambers in the heart. Each side of the heart has one atrium, which receives blood that is returning to the heart from the body. The atrium then pushes this blood into the lower chamber of the heart, which pumps it out to the body or lungs.

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