Supravalvular ridge of aorta
Crista supravalvularis aortae
- Synonym: Supravalvular crest of aorta; Sinutubular ridge of aorta; Supravalvar ridge of aorta
- Related terms: Supravalvular ridge
Definition
The supravalvular ridge of aorta is a circumferential ridge in the inner wall of aortic root at the sinotubular junction, marking the transition from the aortic sinuses to the tubular portion of the ascending aorta.
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