Root of aorta
Radix aortae
- Latin synonym: Bulbus aortae
- Synonym: Aortic bulb
- Related terms: Aortic bulb
Definition
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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